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Purchased Care

Date of Publication:

2/7/2020

Definition:

Medical care provided by civilian providers, including individuals, groups, hospitals, and clinics, who have agreed to accept TRICARE beneficiaries.  Providers in the purchased care system generally deliver healthcare at negotiated rates, adhere to provider agreements, and follow other requirements of the managed care program.

Source of Definition:

Military Medical Treatment Facility Support of Medical Readiness Skills of Health Care Providers

Last Updated: September 14, 2022
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