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.

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is open, and we’re continuing to schedule appointments and procedures. We know that your health is important every day, even during a shutdown, and we’re taking steps to ensure your care continues without interruption.
Our emergency room and inpatient services are fully operational. We will not cancel any medical or dental appointments or procedures. Pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology services are also available to support your care.
To schedule or cancel appointments, call Patient Appointing Services at 254-288-8888, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can also use the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal to make appointments or communicate with your provider.
We’re here for you—stay informed and know that your care continues without interruption. For questions about TRICARE during the shutdown, please visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Health Services

Adult and Pediatric Medical Surgical Unit (MSU)

MSU Overview

The Adult and Pediatric Medical Surgical Unit at CRDAMC is a 40 bed unit that is staffed by military and civilian staff who are trained to care for a wide variety of patients throughout the age continuum. 

Visitation

Our goal is to provide a safe environment where family members can visit patients. In certain situations, we reserve the right to restrict access to patients based on their health and welfare as well as certain communicable disease threat levels within the community. Please keep in mind that our ultimate priority is the safety of our staff and patients. However, there are times when the visitation of family members may not be ideal due to extenuating circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.

Contact Us

Hours

24/7

Phone

MSU Nurses Station
254-553-1975
254-618-7101
Please call the nurses station for entry to unit

Chief Nursing Officer in Charge
254-553-1788

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
254-553-1975

Location

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center
590 Medical Center Road
​Building 36065
Fort Hood, Texas 76544
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