Urgent & Emergency Care
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911. To reach Irwin Army Community Hospital Emergency Care, call 785-239-7777.
IACH offers the following services:
Urgent Care
Urgent Care services treat non-life-threatening health issues that require immediate attention, such as sprains, the flu, colds, and other common illnesses.
If you’re unsure about whether you need urgent care, contact the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line to speak to a registered nurse. Visit MHSNurseAdviceLine.com for web chat and video chat, or dial 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273).
Active Duty Service Members require authorization to visit urgent care centers off post. To receive authorization, visit MHS Nurse Advice Line or call 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273).
The Network Provider Directory provides a local listing of TRICARE-authorized urgent care centers for non-Active Duty. Always contact the provider’s office first to verify current participation status.
To learn about how TRICARE covers urgent care, visit the TRICARE Urgent Care page.
Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical situation (including mental health emergencies), call 911 immediately or visit IACH if it's your nearest hospital. Emergency care services treat life-threatening medical issues such as threats to your life, limbs, sight, or safety.
The Department of Emergency Services at IACHl provides level 3 Emergency Department and Emergency Ambulance Services to the Fort Riley community. The department serves approximately 31,000 patients and 1,300 ambulance responses annually.
Urgent & Emergency Care FAQs
What should I do if I have a non-life-threatening health issue?
Call or visit your nearest Urgent Care facility if you have a non-life-threatening health issue. If you have a life-threatening health issue, call 911 immediately.
What should I do if I have a life-threatening health issue?
Call 911 immediately to get emergency care if you have a life-threatening health issue or visit Irwin Army Community Hospital if it's your nearest hospital. To reach IACH Emergency Care, call 785-239-7777.
What should I do if I’m still unsure if I need urgent care?
You can speak directly to a health professional using the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line to assist you with your health concern by calling 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273).
Does IACH provide emergency care services?
Yes. Call 785-239-7777 if you have a life-threatening health issue.
Does IACH provide urgent care services?
No.