TRICARE Wyoming: Plans, Providers, and F.E. Warren AFB Guide

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## TRICARE in Wyoming Wyoming is part of the **TRICARE West Region**. Since January 1, 2025, the regional contractor for the West is **TriWest Healthcare Alliance**, which replaced the previous contractor, Health Net Federal Services (HNFS). Beneficiaries across the Cowboy State utilize the TriWest provider network for civilian healthcare services and referrals.

## Major military installations Wyoming is home to significant Air Force and National Guard operations. The primary active-duty hub is located in the state's capital.

* **F.E. Warren Air Force Base** – Air Force Global Strike Command (Cheyenne) * **Wyoming National Guard Joint Force Headquarters** (Cheyenne) * **Camp Guernsey Maneuver Training Center** – Army National Guard (Guernsey) * **Cheyenne Air National Guard Base** – 153rd Airlift Wing (Cheyenne)

## Plans available in Wyoming Residents of Wyoming have access to the standard suite of TRICARE programs, though managed care options like TRICARE Prime are primarily centered around F.E. Warren AFB.

| Plan | Best For | | :--- | :--- | | **TRICARE Prime** | Active duty and their families living near F.E. Warren AFB (Prime Service Areas). Minimal out-of-pocket costs. | | **TRICARE Select** | Those who prefer to manage their own care and use any TRICARE-authorized provider without a referral. | | **TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS)** | Qualified members of the Selected Reserve (National Guard/Reserve) and their families. | | **TRICARE Retired Reserve (TRR)** | Retired Reserve members under age 60 and their families. | | **TRICARE For Life (TFL)** | Medicare-wraparound coverage for retirees age 65+ who have Medicare Part A and B. | | **TRICARE Young Adult** | Adult children (ages 21–25) who have aged out of regular TRICARE coverage. |

*Note: The US Family Health Plan (USFHP) is not available in Wyoming.*

## Finding care in Wyoming Because Wyoming is a rural state, finding a network provider often depends on your proximity to Cheyenne or Casper.

* **Provider Directory:** To find local civilian doctors, use the [TriWest Healthcare Alliance Provider Directory](https://www.triwest.com). * **Network vs. Non-Network:** Using a "Network" provider keeps your out-of-pocket costs lower. In rural parts of Wyoming, you may find "Non-Network" providers who are "TRICARE-Authorized." You can still see these providers, but your co-pays (2026 rates) may be higher under TRICARE Select. * **F.E. Warren MTF:** Active duty members at F.E. Warren AFB are typically enrolled in the 90th Medical Group. * **Telehealth:** Given Wyoming's geography, telehealth is a major component of the West Region benefit. TriWest offers access to various virtual health platforms for primary care and mental health services that do not require travel to a major city.

Common questions for Wyoming beneficiaries

**What happens if I live far from F.E. Warren AFB?** If you live more than 100 miles (or a 2-hour drive) from a Military Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) in Wyoming, you are likely eligible for **TRICARE Prime Remote**. This allows you to receive managed care from local civilian providers while maintaining the Prime benefit structure.

**How does TRICARE work with Wyoming Medicaid?** TRICARE is always the primary payer to Medicaid. If you are a low-income veteran or family member qualified for Wyoming Medicaid, your providers must bill TRICARE first. Medicaid is the "payer of last resort."

**I am PCSing to F.E. Warren AFB. When should I update my coverage?** You should update your address in DEERS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System) as soon as you arrive. Since Wyoming is in the West Region, if you are moving from an East Region state (like North Carolina or Florida), you must contact TriWest to transfer your enrollment to the West.

## Sources * [TRICARE West Region - TriWest](https://www.triwest.com) * [F.E. Warren AFB 90th Medical Group](https://fewarren.tricare.mil/) * [TRICARE.mil Plan Finder](https://www.tricare.mil/Plans/PlanFinder) * [Defense Health Agency - T5 Contract Information](https://health.mil)