Is TRICARE coverage identical for all members?
Answer 20: Yes. Medical coverage through TRICARE is the same for all participants. Question 21: What is the end date for medical coverage on children? Answer 21: A child is eligible for medical coverage until age 18 unless the child is in school (high school, college, etc.); whereupon, it is age 23. Question 22: Are there confidentiality issues with states informing a CP where the NCP is employed? Answer 22: States should refer to their state policy and procedures or legal counsel for issues regarding the disclosure of employment information. Question 23: If the CP contacts the RAPIDS center and does not have the NCP’s SSN, can the child be enrolled in TRICARE? Answer 23: No, in order for the child to be enrolled the CP must provide the military member’s SSN. Question 24: Can a child be enrolled in TRICARE based on an administrative order for medical support? Answer 24: No. At this time the Department of Defense (DOD) does not recognize an administrative order as a court order. Questio
