FORT RILEY, Kansas –
IACH has updated its visitation procedures for after duty hours, weekends, and holidays to enhance the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors.
Visitation Hours
- Daily visitation hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- At 7:45 p.m., an announcement will be made notifying visitors that visitation will end in 15 minutes.
After-Hours and Weekend Access
- From 5 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Friday, and 24 hours on weekends and holidays, all visitors must enter through the Emergency Department.
- This will be the only public access point during these times. All other entrances are restricted to staff with card access.
All visitors must:
- Check in at the security desk (primary) or Emergency Department front desk (alternate)
- Present a valid state- or government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license or military ID)
- Receive a visitor badge, which must be worn visibly above the waist at all times
Visitors accessing inpatient units must also:
- Provide the patient’s name, unit, and room number
- Wait while staff verify visitation eligibility before a badge is issued
Visitor Badge Process
- Visitors will temporarily exchange a state-issued ID for a visitor badge
- The badge allows access to designated areas and must be worn at all times
- Visitors must return the badge and retrieve their ID before leaving the facility
Additional Guidance
- Visitors coming for after-hours appointments, pharmacy ScriptCenter kiosk, or cafeteria access must still check in and follow badge procedures
- Hospital staff will verify that all individuals in the facility after hours are properly badged
- Individuals without proper identification or badges may be escorted to the Emergency Department for processing
Special Considerations
- Inpatient units may approve extended visitation hours on a case-by-case basis; however, these must be coordinated with hospital security
- For safety and privacy, staff may only confirm whether a patient is admitted; no additional patient information will be provided
Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional time for check-in when arriving after normal duty hours.