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The Optometry Clinic at Irwin Army Community Hospital is now accepting patients of all ages, including Active Duty, dependents, and retirees. Our experienced optometrists offer a wide range of eye care services from routine eye exams to treatment for various eye conditions. Whether you need glasses or specialized care, we're here to help. For Active Duty and retirees, TRICARE provides glasses at no cost. Dependents will receive a copy of their glasses prescription, which they can take to their preferred optical provider to purchase glasses at their own expense. Schedule your appointment today by calling (785) 240-7335 or 240-7721 and experience the quality eye care you deserve. The Optometry Clinic is located on the second floor of the hospital. Business hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan. 29, 2025

Eye Care Availability

FORT RILEY, Kansas — The Optometry Clinic at Irwin Army Community Hospital is now accepting patients of all ages, including Active Duty, dependents, and retirees. Our experienced optometrists offer a wide range of eye care services from routine eye exams to treatment for various eye conditions.

Irwin Army Community Hospital invites you to make a meaningful difference by donating blood at our upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. The event will be held in Room 1G100 on the first floor of the hospital from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Jan. 28, 2025

Give the Gift of Life

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Irwin Army Community Hospital invites you to make a meaningful difference by donating blood at our upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. The event will be held in Room 1G100 on the first floor of the hospital from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

At Irwin Army Community Hospital we are dedicated to empowering patients by offering hands-on training sessions to enhance their understanding and use of two of the most essential patient service technologies: Q-Anywhere and the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. These tools are designed to simplify and streamline your healthcare experience, and our goal is to ensure you feel confident using them to their fullest potential.

Jan. 24, 2025

Master Your Healthcare Tools with Hands-On Training at IACH

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH is offering hands-on training sessions to patients who wish to enhance their understanding of Q-Anywhere and the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. These tools are designed to simplify your healthcare experience, and our goal is to ensure you feel confident using them to their fullest potential.

Save time with the new web version of Q-Anywhere! Activate your prescriptions right after your appointment and get notified when they’re ready for pickup. No more waiting—just stop by Window 7 when notified!

Jan. 14, 2025

Skip the Pharmacy Wait

FORT RILEY, Kansas — This improved virtual pharmacy queuing system allows you to activate your prescriptions as soon as you leave your provider’s office—without the wait.

FORT RILEY, Kansas -- Attention TRICARE beneficiaries: Open Season is a critical time to ensure your health coverage continues without interruption. To avoid a lapse in your TRICARE coverage, here are the key steps you need to take: 1. Make an Enrollment Payment or Set Up Automatic Payments If you’re enrolling or re-enrolling in TRICARE, it’s important to make establish your payment plan and/or set up automatic payments to stay current on your healthcare coverage. 2. Key Deadlines for Payment Management After DEC. 5, 2024, contact TriWest at 1-888-874-9378, Option#1, Option #1, be prepared to provide your DOD ID number (located on the back of your DOD ID card) and date of birth, ask for Enrollment Department. Confirm your beneficiaries with Enrollment then ask for Billing to establish payment. 3. Re-Establish Payment Methods If you currently pay via credit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT), you must re-establish your payment method with TriWest. Due to privacy laws, HealthNet Federal Services cannot transfer your confidential credit card or banking information to TriWest on Jan. 1, 2025. 4. Why This Matters If you do not confirm your payment method has been updated with TriWest, your TRICARE coverage could lapse. Without an active payment setup, you risk losing health coverage when you need it most. Act now to ensure a smooth transition and uninterrupted coverage for 2025.

Dec. 6, 2024

Ensure Your Coverage Stays Active

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Attention TRICARE beneficiaries: Open Season is a critical time to ensure your health coverage continues without interruption. To avoid a lapse in your TRICARE coverage, here are the key steps you need to take.

Virtual Health appointments.

Nov. 15, 2024

Video Connect Appointments

FORT RILEY, Kansas — As IACH increases the availability of virtual health appointments, we’re excited to offer patients a convenient way to receive quality care without visiting the hospital in person.

Irwin Army Community Hospital is proud to announce that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for both Hospital and Primary Care Medical Home Accreditation. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

Nov. 15, 2024

Excellence Validated

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH is proud to announce that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for both Hospital and Primary Care Medical Home Accreditation. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

Introducing Q-Anywhere, a virtual queuing system that lets you activate your prescription the moment you leave your healthcare provider's office at Irwin Army Community Hospital.

Sept. 3, 2024

Virtual Queuing is Here

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Introducing Q-Anywhere, a virtual queuing system that lets you activate your prescription the moment you leave your healthcare provider's office at Irwin Army Community Hospital. How it works: 1. Scan or text: Simply scan the QR code or text "get in line" to (855) 797-3905. 2. Get in line: Your place in line is secured, so you can go about your day.

The Irwin Army Community Hospital lab is now offering the convenience of online appointment scheduling. Appointments scheduled online will be prioritized over walk-in patients, ensuring you spend less time waiting. To start scheduling your lab appointment, visit the Digital Appointment Portal, select Kansas for the Geographic Location, and Fort Riley for the installation.

Aug. 1, 2024

Online Lab Scheduling Now Available

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Irwin Army Community Hospital is pleased to announce the launch of its new online lab appointment scheduling system. As of Aug. 1, 2024, patients can conveniently book lab appointments through the Digital Appointment Portal. This pilot program aims to streamline the lab appointment process, reducing wait times for patients with scheduled appointments. While walk-in appointments will continue to be available, those with scheduled appointments will take priority.

COL Laudino Castillo Rojas

June 25, 2024

Change of Command at Irwin Army Community Hospital

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Irwin Army Community Hospital held a change of command ceremony June 17, 2024, where Col. Anthony D. Gray relinquished command to Col. Laudino Castillo. Medical Readiness Command, West, Commanding General Brig. Gen. Yolonda “YR” Summons presided over the ceremony before an audience of Soldiers, family members, the Fort Riley community, and local healthcare partners.

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