Tricare Breast Pump Coverage Ashburn
Tricare Breast Pump Coverage in Ashburn
TRICARE will cover breast pumps and breast pump supplies with no out of pocket cost or co-pay for new mothers. This includes mothers who adopt a baby and plan to breastfeed.
Breast pump covered 100%
In order to qualify for Tricare Breast Pump Coverage Ashburn , you need to have a prescription from an authorized Tricare doctor, physician, nurse practitioner, or nurse-midwife. Your prescription must say which type of breast pump you need. Most moms get a prescription for a standard double electric breast pump; however, it could be for any of the following:
- Hospital-grade breast pump
- Standard electric breast pump
- Manual breast pump
Types of Breast Pumps
Manual and Standard Double Electric Breast Pumps
TRICARE Breast Pump coverage in Ashburn includes a manual or standard double electric breast pump per birth event (birth or adoption). This means that you are eligible for a new breast pump with each new baby!
Hospital-Grade Breast Pumps
Tricare will cover a hospital-grade breast pump and supplies for mother under the following circumstances:
- Mother and baby and separated because of sickness
- The mother cannot breastfeed the baby because of medical reasons
Once the hospital grade breast pump is no longer needed, it may be possible to get coverage from Tricare for a standard double electric breast pump.
Tricare Coverage for Breast Pump Supplies
Tricare will cover breast pump supplies in Ashburn for up to 36 months after the baby is born or as needed. The following breast pump supplies are covered:
- Breast pump Tubing and tubing adapters
- Breast pump power adapters
- Shield/splash protectors
- Locking rings for bottles
- Bottles and bottle caps
- Breast Milk Storage bags
How to Get Your Tricare Breast Pump Coverage in Ashburn
You can purchase the supplies out of pocket at a local store and submit a claim to get reimbursed. Or you can place an order for your supplies online. Here at The Breastfeeding Shop, we offer more than just some of the best pumps from Spectra, Medela, Elvie, and EvenFlo. Additionally, we carry compression garments, spare pump parts, storage bags, and more. Contact us for more details.