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Common Insurance Providers Information

Review provider categories, direct billing expectations, and preparation steps before seeking care.

Choose your insurance below to understand how your coverage works, whether direct billing is available, and what steps you may need before seeking care.

Quick comparison

Provider Category Comparison

Start with your insurance type, then check the three points below before seeking care.

TRICARE

First contact
Contact your PCM, Naval Hospital, or TRICARE Overseas before non-emergency care when unsure.
Referral
Prime usually requires PCM/referral authorization. Select and For Life often have more flexibility, but rules vary overseas.
Billing
Depends on your TRICARE plan, referral status, and overseas authorization. Many local visits still require careful confirmation first.

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB)

First contact
Contact your FEHB plan first, then confirm clinic requirements before visiting.
Referral
Usually not required for clinics; hospital specialists may require one.
Billing
Usually reimbursement-based; direct billing depends on the facility and plan.

International Health Insurance

First contact
Contact your insurer first to confirm coverage, direct billing, and required documents.
Referral
Often not required for clinics, but may be required for specialists or pre-authorization.
Billing
Sometimes available at selected facilities; varies by insurer and policy.

Travel Insurance

First contact
Contact your travel insurer before treatment to confirm approved facilities and claim steps.
Referral
Usually not required for clinics; hospitals or specialists may require one.
Billing
May be available only at recommended or approved facilities; many visits require upfront payment.

TRICARE

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB)

International Health Insurance

Travel Insurance

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