TRICARE Virginia: Plans & Pentagon Care Guide (2026) | TRICARE.com

**Short Answer:** Virginia is part of the **TRICARE East Region**, managed by **Humana Military**. Beneficiaries living near the Pentagon in Arlington have access to the world-class military medical system within the National Capital Region (NCR), including the Pentagon Health Center and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

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## TRICARE in Virginia Virginia is a cornerstone of the **TRICARE East Region**, with all administrative services, authorizations, and claims handled by the regional contractor, **Humana Military**. Because of the massive military presence in Northern Virginia and the Hampton Roads area, the state features one of the most robust networks of military hospitals (MTFs) and civilian "network" providers in the country.

## Major military installations Virginia hosts a high concentration of military facilities across all branches. Key installations include:

* **The Pentagon (Arlington):** Headquarters of the Department of Defense. * **Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (Arlington):** Army/Marine Corps support. * **Fort Belvoir (Fairfax County):** Home to the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center. * **Marine Corps Base Quantico (Prince William/Stafford):** "The Crossroads of the Marine Corps." * **Naval Station Norfolk (Norfolk):** The world's largest naval station. * **Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Hampton/Newport News):** Air Force and Army joint operations. * **Fort Gregg-Adams (Petersburg):** Formerly Fort Lee; Army Sustainment Center of Excellence.

## Plans available in Virginia Virginia residents have access to the full suite of TRICARE programs. Notably, Northern Virginia is one of the few areas where the **US Family Health Plan (USFHP)** is available through the Johns Hopkins Medicine Evergreen Health network.

| Plan | Best For | | :--- | :--- | | **TRICARE Prime** | Active duty members (mandatory) and families near bases like the Pentagon or Fort Belvoir; minimal out-of-pocket costs. | | **TRICARE Select** | Those who want to choose their own civilian providers without a referral; requires annual deductibles and copays. | | **TRICARE Reserve Select** | Qualified Selected Reserve members and their families (2026 premiums vary; check TRICARE.mil). | | **TRICARE For Life** | Medicare-wraparound coverage for military retirees aged 65+. | | **US Family Health Plan** | An alternative Prime option offered through Johns Hopkins in Northern Virginia/DC. | | **TRICARE Young Adult** | Unmarried adult children (up to age 26) who have aged out of regular TRICARE. |

## Finding care in Virginia Beneficiaries near the **Pentagon** typically seek primary care at the **Pentagon Health Center** (for active duty) or the **DiLorenzo Health Clinic**. For specialty care and family member services, the **Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center** (formerly Fort Belvoir Community Hospital) serves as the primary hub in Northern Virginia.

* **Provider Directory:** To find civilian network doctors in Virginia, use the Humana Military East Region provider search tool. * **National Capital Region (NCR) Market:** Virginia, Maryland, and DC operate as an integrated health market. If you are enrolled in Prime near the Pentagon, you may be referred to specialists at **Walter Reed National Military Medical Center** in Bethesda, Maryland. * **Telehealth:** Humana Military offers a "Doctor On Demand" service for Virginia residents, allowing for virtual urgent care and mental health visits without a referral for TRICARE Prime or Select (though Prime still requires referrals for specialty care).

Common questions for Virginia beneficiaries

**I am PCSing to the Pentagon. When should I switch my enrollment?** You should contact Humana Military as soon as you arrive at your new Virginia address. Because Northern Virginia is part of the "National Capital Region Directory," your primary care manager (PCM) will likely be assigned to a military clinic like Fort Belvoir or the Pentagon unless those facilities are at capacity.

**Can I use Virginia Medicaid with TRICARE?** Yes. TRICARE pays first, and Virginia Medicaid acts as the payer of last resort. This is common for families with special needs who qualify for the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP).

**What if I live in Arlington but want to see a doctor in DC?** Because DC, Maryland, and Virginia are all in the East Region (Humana Military), crossing state lines for care is seamless. However, if you are in TRICARE Prime, ensure your PCM coordinates the referral to ensure the provider is in-network.

## Sources * **TRICARE East Region Contractor:** [Humana Military](https://www.humanamilitary.com/) * **Official TRICARE Plan Information:** [TRICARE.mil](https://www.tricare.mil/) * **Military Health System - National Capital Region:** [DHA NCR Market](https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Operations-Support/Market-Expansion/National-Capital-Region) * **Pharmacy Benefits:** [Express Scripts - TRICARE](https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/)