Does MindSpa accept TRICARE?
Yes. MindSpa is in-network with TRICARE for outpatient mental health services across Florida. We see beneficiaries on the major TRICARE plans including TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Select, TRICARE For Life, TRICARE Reserve Select, and TRICARE Retired Reserve. Coverage rules differ by plan. TRICARE Prime usually routes care through your Primary Care Manager, while TRICARE Select generally lets you see an in-network outpatient mental health provider without a referral. We will confirm your specific plan during intake. If you ever fall into a coverage gap, our self-pay rate is $200 for an initial evaluation and $150 for follow-ups. Verify your current benefits at TRICARE.mil or by calling the number on the back of your TRICARE card before booking.
What mental health services does TRICARE cover at MindSpa?
TRICARE covers a broad range of medically and psychologically necessary mental health care. At MindSpa this includes full initial mental health evaluations of 50 to 60 minutes to clarify diagnosis and build a treatment plan; ongoing medication management for conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, and mood disorders; individual therapy including evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Prolonged Exposure (PE); and PTSD treatment including trauma-focused therapies and medication when clinically appropriate. TRICARE covers outpatient mental health care delivered by secure video as a permanent benefit, not a temporary policy. What TRICARE generally does not cover at our practice includes court-ordered evaluations outside of clinical care, fitness-for-duty exams, and certain custody or forensic assessments.
How does TRICARE telehealth mental health work in Florida?
MindSpa is a 100% telehealth practice. Your visits happen by secure, HIPAA-compliant video from wherever you are in Florida, whether that is base housing near MacDill, a home in Palm Beach County, or a hotel during a PCS move. TRICARE covers outpatient mental health visits delivered through telehealth at the same cost-share level as in-person visits, as long as the provider is in-network and licensed in the state where you are physically located during the visit. Our team is licensed in Florida. TRICARE Select beneficiaries generally do not need a referral to see an in-network outpatient mental health provider. TRICARE Prime beneficiaries usually do, though TRICARE has specific rules that allow some outpatient mental health visits without a PCM referral. We will check your plan during intake. Active-duty members typically pay $0 for in-network outpatient mental health visits. Family members and retirees on Select or For Life have a defined cost-share that changes annually, so confirm your current cost-share at TRICARE.mil.
Does seeking mental health care affect military service or security clearance?
This is the question that keeps many active-duty members from calling. For most service members, voluntary mental health care sought through a civilian provider does not by itself trigger mandatory reporting or jeopardize a security clearance. SF-86 Question 21 has been narrowed specifically to encourage service members to seek care. Many forms of counseling including treatment for combat-related conditions, marital and family counseling, and grief counseling do not have to be reported. The Department of Defense has stated for more than a decade that seeking mental health treatment is generally viewed as a sign of good judgment. Specific situations vary by your role, command, clearance level, and position-specific requirements. For legal questions, contact your installation JAG office or service-branch legal assistance. There are far more service members who suffered for years out of fear of a paperwork question than service members who lost a clearance because they got help.
How do you book a TRICARE-covered appointment at MindSpa?
Call 561-576-9404 or submit an online appointment request and tell us you are using TRICARE and which plan. We verify your TRICARE benefits and any referral requirement before your appointment so there are no surprises. You complete a brief intake form online. You meet your PMHNP by secure video for your initial evaluation, which runs 50 to 60 minutes. You leave the first visit with a working diagnosis if appropriate, a treatment plan, and where indicated a prescription sent to your pharmacy. When you call, bring your TRICARE card and sponsor information, a list of current medications and dosages, any prior mental health records or VA documentation you can share, and a quiet private space with a working camera and microphone. Hours are Monday through Friday 9AM to 5:30PM. After hours, use the online appointment request form.