Medicare Benefit Policy Manual (Pub. 100-02), Ch. 16 § 50.5
Active Duty Members of Uniformed Services
50.5 - Active Duty Members of Uniformed Services
(Rev. 1, 10-01-03)
A3-3153.3.E, HO-260.3.G
In limited circumstances, active duty members of the Uniformed Services may have care
in civilian facilities paid for by the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or other
appropriate uniformed service. Except for emergency services, prior approval is
generally required before such payment can be made. Services furnished pursuant to
such approval and services paid for or expected to be paid for by the Uniformed Services
are not reimbursable under Medicare.