TRICARE District of Columbia: JBAB & East Region Guide | TRICARE.com

The District of Columbia is part of the **TRICARE East Region**. Comprehensive health care coverage for military members and their families in DC is managed by the regional contractor, **Humana Military**, while pharmacy services are handled via Express Scripts.

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## TRICARE in District of Columbia As a resident of the District of Columbia, you fall under the TRICARE East Region. Since January 1, 2025, Humana Military has continued as the established contractor for this region. Because DC serves as the hub for the National Capital Region (NCR), beneficiaries often cross state lines into Maryland or Virginia for care, which is seamless under the East Region's unified network.

## Major Military Installations in DC The District of Columbia is unique due to its high density of command headquarters and joint environments. * **Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB):** Located in Southwest DC; supports Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard missions. * **Fort Lesley J. McNair:** Located on the tip of Greenleaf Point; part of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. * **Marine Barracks Washington:** Located at 8th and I Streets; the "Oldest Post of the Forest." * **Naval Observatory:** Located in Northwest DC; home to the Vice President's residence and specialized Navy missions. * **Pentagon (Technically VA, but DC-adjacent):** While physically in Arlington, VA, many DC residents utilize the DiLorenzo Pentagon Health Clinic.

## Plans Available in District of Columbia Beneficiaries in DC have access to the full suite of TRICARE programs. Notably, the **US Family Health Plan (USFHP)** is available in this area through Johns Hopkins Medicine.

| Plan | Best For | | :--- | :--- | | **TRICARE Prime** | Active duty and retirees; uses military hospitals or assigned network PCMs. | | **TRICARE Select** | PPO-style plan with more flexibility to choose any TRICARE-authorized provider. | | **TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS)** | Qualified members of the Selected Reserve. | | **TRICARE Retired Reserve** | Non-retired-pay members of the Retired Reserve under age 60. | | **TRICARE For Life** | Medicare-wraparound coverage for those age 65+ with Medicare Part A & B. | | **TRICARE Young Adult** | Adult children up to age 26 who are not otherwise eligible for their own plan. | | **US Family Health Plan** | An additional Prime option offered through Johns Hopkins Medicine in the DC area. |

## Finding Care in District of Columbia The National Capital Region uses an integrated system. Most active duty members at **Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling** receive primary care at the **JBAB Dental & Medical Clinic** or the **Walter Reed National Military Medical Center** in Bethesda, MD.

* **Provider Directory:** To find civilian network providers in DC, use the Humana Military East Region provider search tool. * **Network vs. Non-Network:** In DC, many specialists may be "non-network." Using a network provider will generally result in lower 2026 out-of-pocket costs for Select users. * **Telehealth:** Humana Military offers robust telehealth options for DC residents, including mental health services that do not always require a referral for Prime active duty family members (check current 2026 referral guidelines).

Common Questions for District of Columbia Beneficiaries

**Can I use Walter Reed if I live in DC?** Yes. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) is the primary military treatment facility for the entire National Capital Region. Most TRICARE Prime enrollees in DC will be empanelled there or at the JBAB clinic for primary care.

**What happens if I PCS from DC to the West Region?** If you move from DC to a West Region state (like California or Colorado), you must contact **TriWest Healthcare Alliance** (the West contractor since Jan 1, 2025) to transfer your enrollment. Do not wait until you are sick to transfer your coverage.

**Is DC Medicaid compatible with TRICARE?** If you qualify for both TRICARE and DC Medicaid, TRICARE pays first as the primary payer, and Medicaid is the "payer of last resort."

## Sources * TRICARE East Region - Humana Military: [humanamilitary.com](https://www.humanamilitary.com) * Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Medical Services: [tricare.mil/mtf/anacostiabolling](https://tricare.mil/mtf/anacostiabolling) * TRICARE Plan Finder: [tricare.mil/plans](https://tricare.mil/plans) * Official US Family Health Plan: [usfhp.com](https://www.usfhp.com)