Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1) The TRICARE program covers active-duty service members, retirees, family members, and survivors of eligible armed services members.
2) An individual who qualifies for TRICARE coverage is known as a sponsor.
3) TRICARE beneficiaries who use nonauthorized providers may be responsible for paying their
entire bill.
4) A doctor of osteopathy is considered an authorized service provider for TRICARE.
5) Under TRICARE Standard, if care is available from a military treatment facility (MTF) but
the patient prefers to receive similar care at a civilian facility, he or she can do so after obtaining
a nonavailability statement (NAS).


1) TRUE
2) FALSE
3) TRUE
4) TRUE
5) FALSE

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