ECHO supplements the basic TRICARE program by providing financial assistance for an integrated set of services and supplies. For those who qualify, ECHO provides benefits not available through the basic TRICARE program.

Who's eligible?

ECHO is only available to active duty family members with qualifying conditions, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Serious physical disability
• Moderate to severe intellectual disability
• Multiple disabilities (may qualify if there are two or more affecting separate body systems)
• Extraordinary physical/psychological condition rendering the beneficiary homebound
• Diagnosis of a neuromuscular developmental condition or other condition in an infant or toddler that is expected to precede a diagnosis of moderate to severe intellectual disability or serious physical disability

What are the benefits?

ECHO provides benefits not available through the basic TRICARE program, including:

• Medical and rehabilitative services
• In-home respite services
• Special education
• Durable equipment, including adaptation and maintenance
• Transportation under certain circumstances
• Institution care when a residential environment is required
• Assistive services (e.g., those from a qualified interpreter or translator)
• Expanded in-home medical services through ECHO Home Health Care (EHHC)

How do I enroll?

Qualified beneficiaries must enroll in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) through the sponsor's branch of service. To register for ECHO, the beneficiary may submit confirmation of EFMP enrollment and verification of a qualifying diagnosis. The required documents may be faxed to (877) 200-0401. For more information or case management assistance, please call (800) 881-9227 with medical inquiries or (866) 323-7155 for behavioral health inquiries.