Welcome TRICARE® beneficiaries

Yes, CVS Pharmacy® is a designated retail network partner managed by Express Scripts, the PBM for TRICARE.*

CVS joined the TRICARE retail pharmacy network on December 15, 2021. 

CVS® providing convenient and comprehensive health care services for military families across the country. With CVS having an extensive nationwide footprint, you can easily find a CVS location almost anywhere you are stationed. 

Our partnership also allows military patients to maintain continuity in their health care after relocating due to Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves. 

Integrated services include: 

• Prescription management immunizations to keep you and your family healthy 
• Over-the-counter (OTC) products for your convenience

CVS accepts TRICARE benefits on behalf of all active duty service members. That includes members of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy and Space Force.

Yes, MinuteClinic currently accepts TRICARE Insurance. Before you schedule a visit, we recommend that you contact TRICARE to confirm that you're covered. The amount you will owe for your visit depends on what type of plan and coverage you have. You may also pay out-of-pocket using cash, checks* or credit card if you are not insured or if you prefer to pay for the visit yourself.

* MinuteClinic® does not accept checks at our clinics inside Target.

Most MinuteClinic locations accept TRICARE insurance. You can find a clinic location near you by entering your ZIP code or city and state on our online clinic locator page.

We accept most insurance plans for MinuteClinic Virtual Care services. This includes TRICARE. However, you should get in touch with TRICARE to ensure that your plan will cover a MinuteClinic Virtual Care visit. The availability of Virtual Care will also depend on your location. To see if your MinuteClinic offers Virtual Care in your state, access our virtual care page.

Without TRICARE insurance, most patients can pay directly for their MinuteClinic visit. The cost of your visit will depend on your specific health issue and how many symptoms a MinuteClinic provider needs to address. Lab costs may result in an additional charge. Be sure to check our most recent price list for more detailed pricing information and any applicable restrictions.

We also accept insurance from other providers. If you do not have TRICARE insurance but are covered by another insurance provider, you may be able to use that insurance at MinuteClinic. You should always check with your provider to get the best understanding on your coverage, but you can also visit our Online Insurance Checker to quickly see if MinuteClinic does or does not accept your insurance plan.

Eligible veterans can use their VA benefits to access MinuteClinic services. Our health care providers can help assess a variety of symptoms, including:

• Fevers
• Abdominal pain
• Frequent urination

MinuteClinic providers can also evaluate and treat conditions including:

• Sinus infections
• Earaches
• Flu-like symptoms

Eligible veterans may even be able to receive up to five visits at no cost. Veterans with private insurance may be eligible for additional services, too.

You can learn more about our MinuteClinic support services on our Veterans page.

To confirm CVS Pharmacy is an in-network TRICARE retailer, beneficiaries can check using the Express Scripts "Find a Network Pharmacy" tool by entering their ZIP code or consulting the regional contractor directory.

TRICARE beneficiaries can fill prescriptions at CVS Pharmacy by showing their uniformed services ID card. The TRICARE pharmacy program covers most prescription drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration, with varying costs depending on the drug category.

Yes, CVS® offers mail‑order and home‑delivery services for TRICARE prescriptions when the pharmacy is confirmed as in‑network.