Urgent & Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical situation, including mental health emergencies, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room. Some military treatment facility locations offer emergency room services; others do not, so be familiar with the clinics and services provided at your location.
Medical emergencies are the sudden and unexpected onset of a medical condition that:
- Is threatening to life, limbs, or eyesight or safety;
- Requires immediate medical treatment; or
- Manifests painful symptoms that require an immediate response to alleviate suffering.
If you’re unsure if you need urgent care, contact the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line to speak to a registered nurse. Visit
https://mhsnurseadviceline.com/ for web and video chat or dial 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273).
Call your primary care manager within 24 hours or the next business day after getting emergency care to obtain authorization for coordinate ongoing care.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
988
Veterans Crisis Line: 988, Option 1, or text 838255
TRICARE Urgent Care
TRICARE Emergency Care