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.

If you have a scheduled appointment or other business at the MTF, please verify with your provider or applicable office within the MTF to ensure there are no changes in schedule. To learn how the lapse in appropriations affects your TRICARE benefit, visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Getting Care

Inclement Weather Guidance

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) may change its operating status due to inclement weather conditions. A change in operating status could be a:

  • Delayed opening 
  • Early closure 
  • Full-day closure 

A change in operating status may affect outpatient appointments or scheduled surgeries. Emergency and inpatient services are always available, regardless of the weather. If you have a scheduled appointment or surgery during inclement weather conditions, please check the hospital’s operating status before leaving your home.

Inclement Weather FAQs

  • 1. How can I check the hospital’s operating status?
    ATAMMC follows the operating status determined by the Office of Personnel Management. There are many ways you can check the hospital’s operating status, including:

    Online:

    Phone:

    • • OPM Status Line:  202-606-1900
    • • Hospital Operator:  571-231-3224

    Text Alerts:

    • • Nixle: Text ATAMMC to 333111 to receive notifications about changes to the hospital’s operating status.
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