TRICARE Denied Your Maternity / Pregnancy Care?
TRICARE (Military Health System) denies 12% of claims on average. But 55% of appeals succeed when patients fight back. Your maternity / pregnancy care denial may have grounds for a successful appeal.
Why TRICARE Denies Maternity / Pregnancy Care
Services deemed not medically necessary (e.g., genetic testing)
Out-of-network delivery provider
Prior authorization not obtained for specialized maternity care
TRICARE's Common Denial Tactics
Denying non-network care when network providers unavailable
Prior authorization requirements for specialty referrals
Classifying care as not medically necessary per DoD criteria
How to Win Your Maternity / Pregnancy Care Appeal
OB-GYN letter explaining medical necessity
Documentation of high-risk pregnancy factors
ACOG guidelines supporting the specific care
Laws That Protect You
ACA — Maternity and newborn care as Essential Health Benefits
Newborns and Mothers Health Protection Act (NMHPA)
Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act
Tips for Appealing to TRICARE
TRICARE appeals go through the Defense Health Agency, not state regulators
Cite DoD medical necessity criteria specifically
Request a formal reconsideration before escalating to the DHA
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This information is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal or medical advice. Statistics cited are from publicly available sources including KFF, HHS OIG, and state insurance department data. Individual results may vary. Consult a qualified professional before taking action on your specific situation.