who is eligible for tricare prime?
*When retired service members and their families become eligible for TRICARE For Life, typically at 65, they are no longer able to enroll in TRICARE Prime. How it Works You have an assigned primary care manager (PCM) who provides most of your care. 1  Military or network provider. 2  Refers you to specialists for care he or she can't provide. 3  Works with your regional contractor for referrals/authorization. 4  Accepts your copayment and files claims for you.