TRICARE Arizona: Fort Huachuca & West Region Guide | TRICARE.com

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## TRICARE in Arizona Arizona is part of the **TRICARE West Region**. As of January 1, 2025, the regional contractor for the West is **TriWest Healthcare Alliance**, which replaced Health Net Federal Services (HNFS). Beneficiaries in Arizona, particularly around Fort Huachuca, access their healthcare network through TriWest and the military treatment facilities (MTFs) located on the state's various installations.

## Major military installations Arizona is home to several critical military hubs, with Fort Huachuca serving as a major center for intelligence and communications training. * **Fort Huachuca** (Army) – Sierra Vista * **Luke Air Force Base** (Air Force) – Glendale * **Davis-Monthan Air Force Base** (Air Force) – Tucson * **Marine Corps Air Station Yuma** (Marine Corps) – Yuma * **Yuma Proving Ground** (Army) – Yuma * **Camp Navajo** (Army National Guard) – Belmont/Flagstaff

## Plans available in Arizona Depending on your status (Active Duty, Guard/Reserve, or Retiree), the following plans are available in the 2026 plan year:

| Plan Name | Best For | Regional Detail | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **TRICARE Prime** | Active Duty & Families near bases | Available in Prime Service Areas (PSAs) like Sierra Vista/Tucson. | | **TRICARE Select** | Those wanting more provider choice | Use any TRICARE-authorized provider; lower costs for network providers. | | **TRICARE Reserve Select** | Qualified Guard/Reserve (DRILL) | Monthly premium-based plan for part-time service members. | | **TRICARE Retired Reserve** | Retired Guard/Reserve under age 60 | Premium-based plan for "gray area" retirees. | | **TRICARE For Life** | Retirees with Medicare Parts A & B | Coverage for those 65+; works as a secondary payer to Medicare. | | **TRICARE Young Adult** | Adult children ages 21–26 | Available as Prime or Select options for those not yet aged out. |

*Note: The US Family Health Plan (USFHP) is currently NOT available in the state of Arizona.*

## Finding care in Arizona For those stationed at **Fort Huachuca**, your primary point of care is typically the **Raymond W. Bliss Army Health Center (RWBAHC)**. If you are on TRICARE Prime and need care that the base cannot provide, or if you are on TRICARE Select, you must use the TriWest provider directory to find network doctors.

* **Network Providers:** Using a TriWest network provider reduces out-of-pocket costs for Select users and is required for Prime referrals. * **Telehealth:** Arizona residents have robust access to telehealth via TriWest. Programs like Doctor On Demand and specialized behavioral health platforms are available to help bridge the gap for those in more remote areas like Yuma or Sierra Vista. * **Pharmacy:** While MTF pharmacies are free, you can also use retail pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, etc.) or Express Scripts home delivery for a 90-day supply of maintenance medications.

Common questions for Arizona beneficiaries

**I am PCSing to Fort Huachuca from the East Region. What do I do?** Since Arizona is in the West Region, you must contact TriWest Healthcare Alliance to update your enrollment once you arrive. Your coverage does not "move" automatically between regions; you must register your new address in DEERS first.

**Does TRICARE work with AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid)?** Yes, but TRICARE is always the primary payer. AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) is the payer of last resort. If you have both, you must inform your providers so they can bill TRICARE first.

**Where do I go for specialty care in Sierra Vista?** If the Raymond W. Bliss Army Health Center cannot provide the specialty service, they will issue a referral to a network specialist in the Sierra Vista or Tucson area through TriWest.

## Sources 1. **TRICARE West Region - TriWest Healthcare Alliance:** https://www.triwest.com/ 2. **Raymond W. Bliss Army Health Center (Fort Huachuca):** https://bliss.tricare.mil/ 3. **TRICARE Plan Finder Official Tool:** https://tricare.mil/Plans/PlanFinder 4. **Defense Health Agency (DHA) - Arizona Facilities:** https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Access-Cost-Quality-and-Safety/Access-to-Healthcare/Military-Hospitals-and-Clinics/Arizona