Coverage profile
How Substrate can help you with TRICARE for Life
Substrate can help practices and billers with the following claims tasks for TRICARE for Life.
Claim status
EDI 276/277The Substrate Claim Status Agent can check clearinghouse claim status for your practice with TRICARE for Life.
Eligibility
EDI 270/271The Substrate Eligibility Agent can verify patient benefits, identify TPAs and carve-outs, and more with TRICARE for Life.
Portal claim status
Browser automationThe Substrate Claim Status Agent can check claim status via the payer portal for TRICARE for Life.
Frequently asked questions
TRICARE for Life payer FAQs
How do I check claim status with TRICARE for Life?
Providers check TRICARE for Life via EDI 276/277 when the payer ID is accepted. Substrate automates claim status across 3,500+ payers.
Can I automate TRICARE for Life portal follow-up?
Yes — portal retrieval is required when 276/277 is missing or stale. See payer portal automation and learn why 276/277 is not enough.
What is the payer ID for TRICARE for Life?
The primary payer ID for TRICARE for Life is TDFIC. The correct routing ID can differ by clearinghouse and transaction, so compare the 837P, 837I, 835, 270, and 276 entries before submitting.
What is the provider portal for TRICARE for Life?
The provider portal for TRICARE for Life is https://infocenter.humana-military.com. Available features depend on the payer and your account.
What are the 837 payer IDs for TRICARE for Life?
The 837P and 837I payer ID for TRICARE for Life is TDFIC via Stedi.
What is the 835 payer ID for TRICARE for Life?
The 835 payer ID for TRICARE for Life is TDFIC via Stedi.
What is the 270 payer ID for TRICARE for Life?
The 270 payer IDs for TRICARE for Life are TDFIC via Stedi and TDFIC via Availity.
What is the 276 payer ID for TRICARE for Life?
The 276 payer ID for TRICARE for Life is TDFIC via Stedi.
What states does TRICARE for Life operate in?
TRICARE for Life operates in AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IN, MI, MS, NC, NY, TN, TX, and VA.
Routing reference
TRICARE for Life payer IDs and operating states
Use the payer ID listed for the transaction you are submitting. Verify current routing and enrollment requirements with your clearinghouse.
| Payer name | TRICARE for Life |
|---|---|
| Operating states | AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IN, MI, MS, NC, NY, TN, TX, VA |
| 837P professional claims payer IDStedi | TDFICEnrollment required |
| 837I institutional claims payer IDStedi | TDFICEnrollment required |
| 835 ERA payer IDStedi | TDFICEnrollment required |
| 270 eligibility payer IDStedi | TDFIC |
| 270 eligibility payer IDAvaility | TDFIC |
| 276 claim status payer IDStedi | TDFIC |
Payer contact directory
TRICARE for Life phone and fax numbers
Use the number associated with your task. These contacts were stated in successful eligibility responses and may apply to specific benefits, products, or departments.
- Behavioral health phone
- (866) 773-0404TRICARE FOR LIFE
| Channel and number | Payer Notes | Department | Specialties |
|---|---|---|---|
| phone(866) 773-0404 | Behavioral healthBenefit context: Active Coverage |
| Surgical, Diagnostic X-Ray, Diagnostic Lab, Radiation Therapy, Durable Medical Equipment Purchase, Ambulatory Service Center Facility, Durable Medical Equipment Rental, Second Surgical Opinion, Oral Surgery, Home Health Care, Hospice, Hospital - Inpatient, Hospital - Outpatient, Hospital - Emergency Accident, Hospital - Emergency Medical, Hospital - Ambulatory Surgical, Air Transportation, MRI/CAT Scan, Newborn Care, Well Baby Care, Maternity, Diagnostic Medical, Dialysis, Chemotherapy, Immunizations, Routine Physical, Family Planning, Emergency Services, Podiatry, Professional (Physician) Visit - Office, Professional (Physician) Visit - Outpatient, Professional (Physician) Visit - Home, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric - Inpatient, Psychiatric - Outpatient, Occupational Therapy, Physical Medicine, Speech Therapy, Skilled Nursing Care, Substance Abuse, Vision (Optometry), Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pediatric, Mental Health Facility - Inpatient, Mental Health Facility - Outpatient, Durable Medical Equipment, Mental Health, Residential Psychiatric Treatment, Urgent Care, Surgical, Diagnostic X-Ray, Diagnostic Lab, Radiation Therapy, Surgical Assistance, Durable Medical Equipment Purchase, Ambulatory Service Center Facility, Durable Medical Equipment Rental, Second Surgical Opinion, Oral Surgery, Home Health Care, Hospice, Hospital - Inpatient, Hospital - Outpatient, Hospital - Emergency Accident, Hospital - Emergency Medical, Hospital - Ambulatory Surgical, Medically Related Transportation, Air Transportation, MRI/CAT Scan, Newborn Care, Well Baby Care, Maternity, Diagnostic Medical, Dialysis, Chemotherapy, Immunizations, Routine Physical, Family Planning, Emergency Services, Podiatry, Professional (Physician) Visit - Office, Professional (Physician) Visit - Inpatient, Professional (Physician) Visit - Outpatient, Professional (Physician) Visit - Home, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric - Inpatient, Psychiatric - Outpatient, Occupational Therapy, Physical Medicine, Speech Therapy, Skilled Nursing Care, Substance Abuse, Vision (Optometry), Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pediatric, Mental Health Facility - Inpatient, Mental Health Facility - Outpatient, Durable Medical Equipment, Mental Health, Residential Psychiatric Treatment, Urgent Care |
Phone and fax numbers sourced directly from the payer response
Other aliases
Also known as
- 101159
- 10879
- 12X43
- 4749
- 5913
- TDDIR
- TDDIRMA
- TDFIC
- TRCRU
- TRLIF
- TDEFIC
- TRICARE Dual Eligible Fiscal Intermediary Contract
- TRIWEST - TRICARE