TRICARE covers preventive health care for women, including the following screenings: (1) Breast exams: women age 40 or older and women age 30 or older who are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer should have annual breast exams; (2) pelvic exams: all women should begin cervical cancer screenings at age 21; (3) Pap test: Women aged 21-29 should have a Pap test at least every 3 years; and (4) HPV DNA testing: Performed in conjunction with a Pap test for women age 30 and older.

Also talk to your health care provider about your emotions, stress, mood, anxiety, sleep patterns or any other mental health concerns. Learn more about well woman examinations covered by TRICARE on the TRICARE website.

Well-woman exams are covered annually for women under age 65.  They may include breast exams, pelvic exams, and Pap smears as needed. TRICARE covers these exams with no cost shareA percentage of the total cost of a covered health care service that you pay. or copaymentA fixed dollar amount you may pay for a covered health care service or drug..

TRICARE covers:

• Well-woman exams without the requirement that they be provided in connection with a covered cancer screening or immunization
• Breast exams
• Pelvic exams
• Pap Smears
• HPV DNA testing when performed in conjunction with a Pap smear for women age 30 or older
• Other screenings and services when ordered or recommended during the exam

You may have additional well-woman exams if your provider says you need them.