Does Tricare Cover Dual-Diagnosis Treatment?

Find Guidance on Tricare Coverage for Co-Occurring Disorders

As you seek professional help for the addiction and mental health challenges you are facing as a member of our Armed Forces (or an immediate family member), an important question may come up: Does Tricare cover dual-diagnosis treatment?

If you have Tricare health insurance and have received a dual diagnosis, knowing what your policy covers and how to get started receiving treatment is critically important.

Addiction treatment isn’t the kind of thing you should put off for another day. Neither is receiving care for the mental health disorder that you are facing.

And the answers is yes, TRICARE does cover many forms of dual diagnosis treatment for those struggling with alcohol or substances alongside mental health concerns.

Fortunately, you can target both of these issues at the same time when you enroll in residential treatment or outpatient dual diagnosis treatment services at Icarus Wellness & Recovery.

We are able to accept TRICARE insurance in most cases, and we create customized treatment plans for every individual in our care.

Keep reading to learn more and remember you can call us at any time to get confidential support.

Understanding Dual Diagnosis Treatment

A dual diagnosis occurs when someone experiences a substance use disorder alongside a mental health condition. These mental health challenges can take various forms, including depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and more.

All too often, only one half of the equation is treated. Usually, that means targeting the substance abuse issue without doing anything about the underlying mental health problems. Predictably, this leads to disappointing results and a high likelihood of relapse.

Proper treatment programs that offer dual diagnosis care will pay equal attention to both sides and lead to better overall outcomes in the end.

The points below highlight exactly why getting dual diagnosis treatment is so important for yourself or a loved one.

Comprehensive Healing

It’s all about breaking the cycle of substance abuse successfully, and that starts with comprehensive healing, including both addiction and mental health. One without the other simply isn’t enough.

You could work to get past physical withdrawal symptoms when quitting substance use, but if your mental health problems persist under the surface, has any meaningful progress truly been made?

At Icarus Wellness, we prioritize mental health care at every turn. We want people to leave our inpatient rehab facility having received what they need to finally step out of the cycle of addiction for good. Substance abuse treatment is certainly a crucial part of the picture, but only when we can pair it with a an evidence-based mental health treatment plan.

Tailored Approaches

Every individual is unique. Sure, there are patterns that are seen time and again with mental illness and substance abuse, but that doesn’t mean that everyone can be treated the same.

A core part of our dual diagnosis treatment process is to customize a plan that is tailored precisely to your needs.

Your mental health issues, along with your history of substance abuse, will be considered as your plan is crafted and put into action.

Supportive Environment

Sometimes, it’s the simple things like the people around you that can make all the difference. When you receive care at Icarus Wellness and Recovery, you’ll be working with individuals who truly want nothing but the best for you and your future.

There is no judgment or criticism of the position you find yourself in life. Everything here is focused on recovery, which is exactly as it should be.

How Tricare Supports Treatment

Tricare is insurance coverage for military service members. Active duty service members can carry Tricare policies, along with their family members, and veterans. A Tricare insurance plan can cover many different types of services, including visits to many different rehab facilities. Tricare benefits are an important part of what service members receive and should be fully utilized by those who have access to them.

Like all forms of insurance, the specifics of your coverage will depend on the type of policy that you hold. For example, Tricare Prime offers different coverage from Tricare Select. Also, there may be variations in coverage based on where you are located.

It’s a good idea to check on your Tricare insurance coverage as soon as possible to know what options you have available to you. Of course, if you’d like to call our alcohol rehab treatment center today, we can go over your Tricare rehab coverage and explain how it works.

What Factors Impact TRICARE Dual Diagnosis Treatment Coverage?

We understand that all types of insurance coverage can be confusing and a bit overwhelming, which is why we recommend contacting us directly for help. Some of the many different factors that can influence what will be covered by Tricare in your case include the following points –

• The type of facility you wish to attend for rehab
• Determinations on the medical necessity of your treatment
• Prior authorization requirements
• The duration and intensity of treatment

You may be covered partially or fully for things like medication assisted treatment, inpatient care, partial hospitalization programs, outpatient treatment, and more. Once you have talked with us and determined what the military health system is going to cover in this case, you can decide how to proceed.

Residential Treatment vs Outpatient Rehab for Dual Diagnoses

Both residential treatment and outpatient treatment can be excellent options for individuals with a dual diagnosis. If you find yourself in this situation and aren’t sure which treatment approach is right for you, working with Icarus to settle on a logical plan is your best bet. You are welcome to call us at any time of the day or night to get started.

While both residential and outpatient programs can be effective, there are some notable differences between the two. Let’s take a closer look below to make sure you understand the basics of each type of treatment.

Residential Programs

As the name suggests, when you enter a residential program, you will be living full-time at the treatment facility. This means you have 24/7 supervision and will be living in a safe, structured environment that may be far different from what you are used to.

This approach takes away the possibility of encountering many of the normal triggers that may be impacting your mental health and leading you toward substance abuse.

While living in the treatment facility, you will go through many therapy sessions, engage in holistic activities to support wellness, and have the support of your peers within the program.

Outpatient Programs

There is more flexibility involved with outpatient treatment, which is why it is a better solution for some people. This type of treatment is not as intensive, so it may not be appropriate for those with severe mental health and addiction challenges who need more aggressive care.

If outpatient treatment is appropriate in your case, you’ll have a schedule that allows you to remain at home while getting care during the daytime and possibly evening hours. You will have therapy sessions and will develop strategies to prevent relapses in the future.

It might be suggested by our team that you start at the outpatient level, or you could move into outpatient treatment after finishing a stay in residential care.

Why Early Action Matters

When facing something as serious as a dual diagnosis with mental health concerns and addiction struggles, it’s never a good idea to wait to start treatment. Sure, it can feel like there will be a better time coming up soon, or that you just need to get things in order first, but that time that passes is only going to allow your symptoms to worsen. The best time to start is always right now.

For one thing, when you are abusing substances, there are always very serious health risks that come along with that abuse. Overdosing can be fatal, and even short of that, permanent damage can be done by drug or alcohol use disorder.

You may also continue to fall into a worse and worse position with your mental health, only making it tougher to find your way back out again. Make the phone call today to Icarus and learn about your treatment options.

Finding Local Support Networks

Your recovery journey is not going to be over once you have received treatment for mental health and substance use challenges at Icarus. In fact, this is a battle that lasts a lifetime, for both active and retired service members. The good news is that plenty of support networks are available to help you fight the battle and come out on top.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous are excellent examples of such resources. By attending meetings regularly, you can get to know others in your situation and form bonds that will help everyone involved stay on the right track.

Also, involving supportive family members in your recovery is a huge piece of the puzzle. These are the people who likely want to see you succeed the most, so surrounding yourself with them as often as possible, and keeping communication open regarding your triumphs and struggles, is a big step in the right direction.

Get Support Covered by TRICARE and Focus On Healing

We understand that the financial side of getting inpatient treatment for a dual diagnosis can’t be ignored. You need to have a plan in place to pay for this care before you can fully commit yourself to the process and finally leave your substance use disorder in the past.

Fortunately, by using TRICARE health insurance to enter a residential or intensive outpatient program, you can leave financial concerns behind you while dedicating your full self to building a new life.

Icarus Wellness & Recovery would be proud to play a role in this process. Your treatment with us can very often be covered fully by TRICARE, and if you would like to learn more about what that means or how it works, call us now to chat with a friendly representative completely confidentially.