TRICARE Wyoming: Plans, Providers & National Guard Info | TRICARE.com

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## TRICARE in Wyoming Wyoming 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) under the T-5 contract. Beneficiaries in Wyoming, particularly those near Cheyenne and the Wyoming National Guard Headquarters, transition between military and civilian care through the TriWest network.

## Major military installations in Wyoming While Wyoming is a geographically large state, its military footprint is concentrated around several key hubs: * **F.E. Warren Air Force Base** (Air Force) – Cheyenne * **Wyoming National Guard Headquarters** (Joint Forces) – Cheyenne * **Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center** (Army National Guard) – Guernsey * **Casper Air National Guard Base** (Air Guard) – Casper

## Plans available in Wyoming Wyoming residents have access to the following TRICARE plans depending on their service status and location:

| Plan | Eligibility | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **TRICARE Prime** | Active Duty, Guard/Reserve on active orders | Available in Prime Service Areas (mostly around Cheyenne/F.E. Warren). | | **TRICARE Prime Remote** | Active Duty in remote areas | Common for Guard members or recruiters living outside Cheyenne. | | **TRICARE Select** | All eligible beneficiaries | Offers the most flexibility to see any state-licensed provider. | | **TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS)** | Qualified National Guard/Reserve | Premium-based plan for "drilling" members of the Wyoming National Guard. | | **TRICARE Retired Reserve (TRR)** | Retired Reserve under age 60 | Premium-based coverage for "Gray Area" retirees. | | **TRICARE For Life (TFL)** | Medicare-eligible retirees | Dual coverage with Medicare; Wyoming providers must accept Medicare. | | **TRICARE Young Adult** | Qualified adult children | Available in both Prime and Select formats. |

*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 requires using the **TriWest Healthcare Alliance Provider Directory**.

* **Cheyenne Area:** Most beneficiaries near the Wyoming National Guard HQ utilize the 90th Medical Group at F.E. Warren AFB for primary care or are referred to network providers in the Cheyenne/Laramie corridor. * **Network vs. Non-Network:** In rural areas like Sheridan, Rock Springs, or Gillette, you may need to see a non-network provider. While TRICARE Select allows this, using a "Certified" provider who doesn't participate in TRICARE may result in higher out-of-pocket costs and "balance billing." * **Telehealth:** Given the state's geography, TRICARE heavily promotes telehealth. Beneficiaries can use Doctor on Demand or other TriWest-approved platforms for urgent care and mental health without a referral in many cases (though Active Duty still require a PCM referral). * **Pharmacy:** Prescriptions can be filled at F.E. Warren AFB, via Express Scripts Home Delivery, or at retail pharmacies like Walgreens and Walmart.

Common questions for Wyoming beneficiaries

**I am a member of the Wyoming National Guard; how do I get coverage for my family?** If you are on drill status (not active duty), you are likely eligible for TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS). You must enroll through the Beneficiary Web Enrollment (BWE) portal. If you are activated for more than 30 days, you and your family transition to active duty benefits (Prime or Select).

**What happens if I live in a rural part of Wyoming with no military base?** If you live more than 50 miles or a one-hour drive from a Military Treatment Facility, you may be eligible for TRICARE Prime Remote. This allows you to receive primary care from a local civilian doctor with fewer out-of-pocket costs than the Select plan.

**Does WY Medicaid work with TRICARE?** Yes, TRICARE pays first and Wyoming Medicaid pays last. If you are eligible for both, you must inform your providers so they can bill in the correct order.

## Sources * TRICARE West Region (TriWest): [https://www.triwest.com](https://www.triwest.com) * Official TRICARE Plan Finder: [https://tricare.mil/Plans/PlanFinder](https://tricare.mil/Plans/PlanFinder) * F.E. Warren AFB 90th Medical Group: [https://warren.tricare.mil/](https://warren.tricare.mil/) * Express Scripts Pharmacy: [https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/](https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/)