TRICARE is the health care program for uniformed service members Includes active duty and retired members of the: U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service and the Commissioned Corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association and their families around the world. Most TRICARE health plans meet the requirements for minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

Our Mission Enhance the Department of Defense and our nation's security by providing health support for the full range of military operations and sustaining the health of all those entrusted to our care.

Our Vision Be a world-class health care system that supports the military mission by fostering, protecting, sustaining and restoring health.

TRICARE Claim Form Updated, September 2024, to Assist in Processing Overseas Claims, click here to read the article.

CIMA Hospital accepts Tricare for military veterans, as well as other foreign medical insurance. CIMA Hospital is located Autopista Próspero Fernández, San José, San Rafael, Costa Rica at 506-2208-1000. Website page: https://hospitalcima.com/en/. Call Paula Zamora Salas, Veterans Specialist at 506-2208-1091.

Taking care of yourself today ensures a healthy tomorrow. Enjoy a healthier life longer. Learn about health and wellness programs designed to be your guide in every stage of life. With Sana Sana, you have the best health professionals in the country to care for your needs, partnered with CIMA Hospital. Contact us at info@sanasana.com, WhatsApp at 506-7262-7262 (SANA SANA) by phone at 506-2103-0450.

Hospital Clínica Bíblica has opened its Veterans Program, accepting Tricare & VA insurance, providing U.S. veterans with discounts on select services and nationwide medication delivery. Hospital Clínica Bíblica is located at Avenidas 14-16, San José, Costa Rica at 2522-1000. 

Centro Médico del Sur OSCAM is a General Medical Facility owned and operated by Dr Oscar Cambronero, opened in 2000, and located in Heredia, Costa Rica. Dr Oscar Cambronero is certified and registered with Veteran Evaluation Services (VES) to provide C&P Evaluations scheduled by the VA after you file your disability claim. CMS OSCAM specializes in providing medical care throughout Costa Rica to Veterans enrolled in the VA's FMP or CHAMPVA. For additional information visit the Centro Médico del Sur website at https://www.veteranscarecostarica.com

Clinical laboratory with the longest experience in the country and the first Central American private laboratory to be accredited under the ISO 17025 standard. Their commitment to the health of patients is reflected in the trust of doctors and the choice of many patients. Telephone 2258-4334. Visit any of their 23 laboratories located in San José. Click to visit website: www.labechandi.com

MediSmart a prepaid medical plan here in Costa Rica with its membership of $14 a month by the holder and $7 a month per beneficiary, with access to benefits of up to 80% with doctors fees and medical tests. It is associated with Hospital Metropolitano. For more information visit their website at: www.medismart.net. Recommended by Andy Pucek.

Hospital Clinica UNIBE provides comprehensive medical services with excellence and professionalism. 506-2297-6300, 200 meters east of the ICE, Tibás, San José. Email: info@hospitalclinicaunibe.com. Recommended by founding member Billy Ray Comer.

Hospital Metropolitano provides integral medical care for veterans and retirees of the United States Armed Forces through Tricare, FMP, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna International. Located 300 meters south of Hospital San Juan de Dios, Avenida 8, Calle 14, San José, Costa Rica at 506-2521-9595. Also located in Tibas, Quepos and Cabo Velas. Website page: http://www.metropolitanocr.com. Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/metropolitanocr.

The Foreign Medical Program (FMP) is a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care benefits program for U.S. Veterans who are residing or traveling abroad and have VA-rated, service-connected disabilities. Click to visit website: https://www.va.gov/COMMUNITYCARE/programs/veterans/fmp/index.asp