Oct. 31, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center earns prestigious Pathway to Excellence designation

HONOLULU, Hawaii — Tripler Army Medical Center was designated as a Pathway to Excellence hospital this year by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation recognizes TAMC’s commitment to creating a positive practice environment that empowers and engages staff.

Oct. 31, 2024

Walter Reed, programs reaccredited by The Joint Commission

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center recently received formal notification of its reaccreditation by The Joint Commission (TJC) for the hospital, Primary Care Medical Home (PCMH) and Behavioral Health.

Oct. 31, 2024

CRDAMCs County and Health Fair highlights Fort Cavazos 49th Annual Retiree Appreciation Day

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Fort Cavazos III Armored Corps held its 49th Annual Retiree Appreciation Day and the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center hosted the opening ceremony and the County and Health Fair Oct. 26. CRDAMC offered immunizations, routine health screenings, health-related information tables and more at the event.

Oct. 31, 2024

Important Notice Regarding Prescription Labels

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH pharmacy patients who picked up prescriptions between Oct. 22 and Oct. 29, 2024, may have received prescription labels with the incorrect refill phone number listed. This number directs to the Weed Army Community Hospital pharmacy, Fort Irwin, CA. To refill your prescription with the IACH pharmacy, please use our correct contact number: (785) 453-6572.

Oct. 30, 2024

IACH Thanksgiving Celebration Meal 2024

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH Thanksgiving Celebration Meal Join us for our annual Thanksgiving celebration at the IACH Dining Facility. Before you plan your visit, please review these important details to ensure the best possible dining experience:

Oct. 30, 2024

NMCCL Transport Center receives kits to help patients with special needs

Camp Lejeune, NC — The Transport Center at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL) now have five specially-designed kits to help in transporting patients with special needs. The “Carter Kits” are part of a grant from North Carolina’s Office of Emergency Medical Services and are used to offer comfort to patients with spectrum disorders.

Oct. 30, 2024

TRICARE Dental Program Premiums Decrease Effective Nov. 1

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, your TDP monthly premiums will decrease for coverage effective Nov. 1. These new rates will remain in effect until Feb. 28, 2025.

Oct. 30, 2024

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Holds Command Awards Ceremony

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — aval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) holds a command awards ceremony in the command’s Chapel of Comfort, Oct. 28. Congratulations to all of those given awards by NMCP’s leadership.

Oct. 30, 2024

NMCP HOSTS NURSE RESIDENCY TRAINING

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — The Nurse Residency Training is designed to take place after new nurses complete their schooling, helping them transition from a controlled training environment to the real-world expectations of the field. During this training, new nurses are supervised by Corpsmen and Officers with relevant field experience. They can ask questions in a supportive environment, allowing subject matter experts to aid and clarify their understanding of the expectations. This training took place on Oct. 25 at the NSA Hampton Roads-Portsmouth Annex helo pad.

Oct. 29, 2024

Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Region Changes at Nov. 14 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you ready for TRICARE Open Season and the upcoming changes to TRICARE in 2025? Mark your calendar for a TRICARE webinar, “Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Region Changes,” on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2–3 p.m. ET on Microsoft Teams Live.