What is the allowable cost coverage for outpatient care under TRICARE for retirees and other eligible beneficiaries?

The correct answer is that the allowable cost coverage for outpatient care under TRICARE for retirees and other eligible beneficiaries is 80 percent. Under TRICARE, when beneficiaries receive outpatient services, they typically pay a percentage of the medical costs after a deductible has been met. For retirees and other eligible beneficiaries, TRICARE standardly covers 80 percent of the allowable charges for outpatient care, leaving the beneficiary responsible for the remaining 20 percent.

This coverage structure is designed to manage healthcare costs effectively while providing substantial financial assistance to beneficiaries. The system encourages the use of participating providers to maximize coverage and minimize out-of-pocket expenses. The 80 percent coverage helps to offset costs associated with outpatient visits, allowing beneficiaries access to necessary medical care without significant financial burden.

Options that state lower percentages reflect not the current TRICARE coverage policy but might be more applicable to different contexts or programs which offer less generous reimbursement rates for outpatient care.