DoD Health Care: Improvements Needed for Tracking Coordination of Specialty Care Referrals for Tricare Prime Beneficiaries

Abstract

Specialty care referrals are a key component of care coordination for TRICARE Prime beneficiaries. Each Prime beneficiary is assigned to a primary care manager either at an MTF or within the civilian provider network. Primary care managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of their patients care, which includes making referrals for specialty care when needed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2019
Accession Number
AD1153166

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  • Debra A. Draper

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  • United States Government Accountability Office

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