The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
Our military hospital remains open and we’re continuing to provide healthcare services. Scheduled appointments and procedures are proceeding as planned, and new appointments continue to be booked. For the latest information regarding TRICARE benefits during this period, please visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Please be assured, our commitment to providing exceptional care to you remains our highest priority.
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May 13, 2024

Wright-Patterson Medical Center leads military health care innovation

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Wright-Patterson Medical Center is at the forefront of a new era in military health care, selected by Defense Health Agency as one of five facilities to pilot a more patient-centered care model.

Defense Health Agency Press Release

May 13, 2024

Nine Military Hospitals Receive Highest Leapfrog Grade for Safe, High-Quality Care

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia — The Defense Health Agency announced today that nine military hospitals received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, demonstrating DHA’s commitment to safe, high-quality care and transparency.

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May 13, 2024

Walter Reed Celebrate Nurses with Facility Dog Therapy Painting Event

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — In a week-long celebration of events, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center brought together nurses and Walter Reed facility dogs in a heartwarming activity, therapy painting on May 10, 2024.

U.S. Air Force Col. Danielle Cermak, 27th Special Operations Medical Group commander, congratulates two of her members that were given coins for their hard work on getting accredited by The Joint Commission at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 10, 2024. The 27 SOMDG gained The Gold Seal of Approval ® from the Joint Commission by undergoing a rigorous, unannounced site visit. The Joint Commission is the nation’s leading and most widely recognized healthcare performance improvement organization, and their accreditations and certifications are a nationally recognized distinction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Vernon R. Walter III)

May 10, 2024

Cannon’s 27th Special Operations Medical Group receives accreditation from The Joint Commission

Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. — The 27th Special Operations Medical Group recently joined the likes of gold-star health care programs worldwide in both ambulatory health care and primary care when it was accredited and certified, respectively, by The Joint Commission, Feb. 10, 2024, here.

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center held an inaugural Healthcare Resources Expo on May 9, 2024 in the Building 19 Lobby. Staff from numerous clinics and organizations within the hospital intermingled with patients to provide information about the services and facilities offered as well as what ways Walter Reed can enhance the care they receive.

May 9, 2024

Walter Reed Hosts Inaugural Healthcare Resources Expo to Empower Patients and Engage Providers

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Healing the nation’s heroes and their families provided the inspirational backdrop for launching Healthcare Resources Expo, an inaugural wellness symposium held on May 9 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The expo featured medical providers from the President’s Hospital and partners from the Defense Health Agency’s National Capital Region (NCR).

Air Force Audiologist performs exam

May 9, 2024

AF Audiologists transform life journeys into expertise

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TX — For U.S. Air Force Captains Emily Lee and Jacqueline Anderson, life experiences highlighting the

Competitors in the 2024 Research and Innovation Month poster competition at Walter Reed, held May 1-2, included Army Capt. (Dr.) Robert Sgrignoli, Army Maj. (Dr.) Andrew Price, Army Capt. (Dr.) Elena Crecelius, Air Force Maj. (Dr.) Karin Brockman, Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Peter Li and Army Capt. (Dr.) Joshua Pollock, whose investigative work look to enhance the delivery of patient care.

May 9, 2024

Poster competitions kick off 2024 Research & Innovation Month at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Research focused on improving the care of Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries was highlighted during the two-day poster competition, May 1-2, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center as part of its Department of Research Program’s (DRP) 16th Annual Research and Innovation Month observance.

Former BAMC patients share stories during Nurses Week event

May 9, 2024

Former BAMC patients share stories during Nurses Week event

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center kicked off Nurses and Techs Week with an opening ceremony May 6 in the

Picture of nurse disposing of biohazard material

May 8, 2024

WAMC Receives Award for Environmental Excellence

Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) received the prestigious Stryker Sustainability Solutions Environmental Excellence Platinum Award for its outstanding efforts in reprocessing single-use medical devices in fiscal year 2023.

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May 8, 2024

Retiring? Get Answers to Your TRICARE Questions at May 23 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, join TRICARE for a webinar about the TRICARE plans available to you in retirement.

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