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Gastric Bypass

See bariatric surgery.

Gender Dysphoria Treatment

Gender dysphoria is a condition where a person experiences clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important area of functioning, of at least six months duration, because of a marked incongruence between the gender assigned (usually at birth) and their experienced/expressed gender identity. Diagnosis must be made by a TRICARE-authorized mental health provider.

  • All services and supplies related to surgical treatment for gender dysphoria are not covered benefits. Exception: Active duty service members may be eligible for gender-affirming surgery evaluations under a blanket Supplemental Health Care Program waiver.

  • Non-surgical treatment for gender dysphoria, such as hormone treatments is a limited benefit and psychotherapy is a covered benefit. 

  • Referral and prior authorization requirements apply based on the type of treatment the beneficiary is receiving. 


See also Sex Changes.

Genetic Counseling and Testing

Genetic counseling and testing are limited benefits. More >>

Gym Membership

Not a covered benefit.