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Starting April 4, Irwin Army Community Hospital will transition its Central Appointment Line (239-DOCS) to a new call-handling platform. This upgrade is designed to enhance service efficiency, but patients should be aware of a few key changes during the transition.

March 25, 2025

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Starting April 4, IACH will transition its Central Appointment Line (239-DOCS) to a new call-handling platform. This upgrade is designed to enhance service efficiency, but patients should be aware of a few key changes during the transition.

On April 1, the TRICARE Online (TOL) Patient Portal will be decommissioned and replaced entirely by the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. If you need access to past health records from TOL, you must download them before this date.

March 25, 2025

TOL to Close April 1 – What IACH Patients Need to Know

FORT RILEY, Kansas — On April 1, the TRICARE Online (TOL) Patient Portal will be decommissioned and replaced entirely by the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. If you need access to past health records from TOL, you must download them before this date.

Irwin Army Community Hospital is set to host its annual Safety Day event on May 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This comprehensive safety awareness initiative will feature interactive displays, demonstrations, and hands-on training focused on preventing accidents during the “102 Days of Summer.”

The event will take place in front of the hospital's main entrance and in a portion of the top-level parking garage. While patient care will continue throughout the day, hospital staff and IACH beneficiaries are encouraged to participate in the various safety demonstrations and activities.

March 18, 2025

Safety First!

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Irwin Army Community Hospital is set to host its annual Safety Day event on May 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This comprehensive safety awareness initiative will feature interactive displays, demonstrations, and hands-on training focused on preventing accidents during the “102 Days of Summer.”

As National Nutrition Month unfolds across America this March, Fort Riley is leveraging the observance to highlight how proper nutrition underscores military readiness, particularly as the 1st Infantry Division prepares to launch its “Year of the Warrior” campaign on March 14.

March 10, 2025

Fueling the Fight

FORT RILEY, Kansas — As National Nutrition Month unfolds across America this March, Fort Riley is leveraging the observance to highlight how proper nutrition underscores military readiness, particularly as the 1st Infantry Division prepares to launch its “Year of the Warrior” campaign on March 14.

March 5, 2025

Patient Entrance Hours

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Effective immediately, Irwin Army Community Hospital’s patient entrance hours have changed to better ensure the safety of our patients, visitors, and staff.

Feb. 27, 2025

SCMH Change in Hours of Operation

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Effective 24 March 2025, Farrelly Health Clinic will adjust hours of operation to Monday–Friday: 0630–1530 hours.

At Irwin Army Community Hospital, we are committed to providing safe and high-quality medical care to all our patients, including children. However, it is important for parents, guardians, and caregivers to understand the legal requirements regarding medical consent for minors.

Who Can Consent to a Minor’s Medical Care?
Under federal healthcare regulations, a minor (anyone under the age of 18) cannot receive medical treatment unless consent is given by:

• A biological parent
• A legal guardian (with court documentation)
• An individual holding a valid medical power of attorney (MPOA)

Feb. 24, 2025

Medical Consent for Minors

FORT RILEY, Kansas — To ensure your child receives timely treatment, it's important to understand the legal requirements for medical consent for minors under the age of 18. This article will guide you through who can provide consent and how to ensure necessary documentation is in place for your child's next appointment.

Feb. 12, 2025

Scheduled Virtual Visits

FORT RILEY, Kansas — DHA is taking virtual healthcare to the next level with the launch of its new Scheduled Virtual Visits platform, a significant improvement over the legacy MHS Video Connect system.

The Defense Health Agency has temporarily waived the requirement for pre-authorization of outpatient specialty care referrals for TRICARE Prime enrollees in the West Region. This means specialty care providers can treat patients without waiting for TriWest referral approval.

Feb. 5, 2025

Referral Approval Waiver

FORT RILEY, Kansas — The Defense Health Agency has temporarily waived the requirement for pre-authorization of outpatient specialty care referrals for TRICARE Prime enrollees in the West Region. This means specialty care providers can treat patients without waiting for TriWest referral approval.

We want to provide important information about tuberculosis (TB) prevention and general health practices in light of recent TB cases being monitored in Kansas City. While the situation is improving, we want to ensure our community stays informed and healthy.

Jan. 30, 2025

TB Outbreak in Kansas City

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Important information about tuberculosis (TB) prevention and general health practices in light of recent TB cases being monitored in Kansas City. While the situation is improving, we want to ensure our community stays informed and healthy.