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.

If you have a scheduled appointment or other business at the MTF, please verify with your provider or applicable office within the MTF to ensure there are no changes in schedule. To learn how the lapse in appropriations affects your TRICARE benefit, visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

About Us

About Us

Nearly 100 buildings covering 3,577,593 square feet make-up Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) health care system located at Fort Hood, Texas. The healthcare system serves approximately 100,000 TRICARE Prime beneficiaries providing primary, specialty, emergency, and inpatient care to active duty service members, retirees, and their family members. Recognized by Military Health System, as a leader in delivering virtual care, CRDAMC has positioned itself as an innovative health care delivery platform using multiple technology applications to expand virtual health care for beneficiaries. Seven clinics are located on installation and four clinics are located in the local communities of Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, and Killeen. CRDAMC also provides specialty, emergency and inpatient health services to active duty service members, family members, and retirees. As a major generator of the Ready Medical Force, CRDAMC is home to a variety of  graduate medical education and  Phase II training programs.  

CRDAMC maintains collaborative partnerships with the community and strives to lead the market in patient satisfaction and quality innovative research.  

From the people to the processes to service, our aim is to deliver an exceptional experience every single time.  We are a team of teams, leadership driven and dedicated to ensuring every one of our beneficiaries receives unparalleled care and service.  

Please feel free to explore this section of our website to learn more about us.

Don't forget to keep your family's information up to date in DEERS!