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

COVID-19 Vaccine

The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially serious outcomes of COVID-19 illness. 

FDA-approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccines are currently available to all U.S. citizens and residents. Visit the CDC website for more information.

Getting the Vaccine at CRDAMC

  • COVID Vaccinations are given to beneficiaries ages 18+ on a walk-in basis at the Family Medicine Residency Clinic. The FMRC's immunization hours are Monday-Friday from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.

  • Please visit www.vaccines.gov to locate a network pharmacy that offers COVID vaccines for children.

Concerns about the vaccine?

Speak with a Vaccine Expert. You may contact the DHA-Immunization Healthcare Support Center at 1-877-GET-VACC (1-877-438-8222) option 1 or Defense Switch Network (DSN) 761-4245, option 1, if you have questions about the vaccines or about an adverse event following vaccination.