We are Proud to Serve TRICARE Patients

We are Proud to Serve TRICARE Patients

Western Missouri Medical Center proudly serves TRICARE patients and is here to help you navigate the specialty care referral process. Understanding your referral and using the right resources ensures your care is timely, authorized, and covered.

Managing Your Referrals

The easiest way to manage your TRICARE specialty care referrals is through the TriWest Portal at tricare.triwest.com.

Through the portal, you can:

• View and manage your referrals
• Check authorization status
• See assigned providers
• Request a provider change

Consejo: Always confirm your referral is authorized by TriWest before scheduling or completing any appointment or procedure.

Who Manages Your Care

509 MDG (Medical Group)
Provides your primary care and places referrals.

TriWest
Manages your TRICARE benefits, including referral authorizations, provider assignments, and claims.

TriWest – TRICARE Benefits

• 1-888-874-9378
• Referral authorizations
• Provider assignments
• Claims or billing questions

509 MDG – TOPA Flight

• 1-660-687-2188 (Option 3 → Option 1 → Option 2)
• Referrals placed by your MDG provider
• Unresolved billing issues

Referral Management Center (RMC)

• 1-660-687-2188 (Option 3 → Option 1)
• Cancel a referral you do not intend to use