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

The Mother Baby Unit

The Mother Baby Unit is staffed with civilian and military staff specially trained to care for postpartum mothers and their babies. The mother and baby stay together in one room throughout the hospital stay, which normally lasts 24 – 72 hours.

The unit is locked at all times and you will need to call the staff from the unit door to request entrance.  

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Contact Us

Hours

24/7

Phone

MBU Nurses Station
254-553-3780
254-553-0217
Please call the nurses station for entry to unit.

Chief Nursing Officer in Charge
254-553-1693

Non Commissioned Officer in Charge
254-553-9579

Location

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center
590 Medical Center Road
Building 36065
4th floor, Wildflowers
Fort Hood, Texas 76544
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