COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Date: 4/8/2021
The COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Fort Belvoir Community Center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment only. We are closed on weekends and Federal Holidays at this time. Please check the COVID-19 Vaccine Information Hotline at (571) 231-7777, option 1 and OPM operating status prior to your arrival in the event of inclement weather.
We are now in Tier 1C, open to beneficiaries age 65 and up and patients age 16 to 64 with increased risk for severe illness as defined by the CDC. This list of conditions has been expanded; please see the CDC website for more information. Beneficiaries in Tiers 1A and 1B are also still eligible to receive the vaccine. Please note: Tier 1b now includes DoD beneficiaries who work in the civilian sector as education professionals.
You can schedule an appointment to receive the first dose of Pfizer vaccine on TRICARE Online. To register for an account, please visit www.tricareonline.com. ELIGIBLE PERSONNEL WHO ARE NOT BENEFICIARIES should contact their designated unit or agency Point of Contact for scheduling. If you schedule an appointment and you are not eligible, you will be turned away.
If you received your first dose of Pfizer vaccine with us, please return for your second dose on the date written on your CDC Vaccination card. If you’ve misplaced your card, please return for your second dose 21 days after your first dose.
For our patients waiting to schedule an appointment, we understand the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine for you and your family. Please keep our Vaccination Information Hotline number handy 571.231.7771, option 1. This hotline will continue to provide updates on current phase, vaccine availability, eligibility, and instructions for booking an appointment.
Please be reminded to continue wearing your mask, washing your hands and stand 6-feet apart.
More detailed information is available on the Belvoir Hospital Facebook page: facebook.com/belvoirhospital
Previous COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
Date: 3/15/2021
The COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Fort Belvoir Community Center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment only. We are closed on weekends and Federal Holidays at this time. Please check the COVID-19 Vaccine Information Hotline at (571) 231-7777, option 1 and OPM operating status prior to your arrival in the event of inclement weather.
We are now in Phase 1C, appointments are open to patients ages 65 and up, and patients ages 16 to 64 with an increased risk for severe illness as defined by the CDC.
Date: 3/10/2021
The COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Fort Belvoir Community Center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment only. We are closed on weekends and Federal Holidays at this time. Please check the COVID-19 Vaccine Information Hotline at (571) 231-7777, option 1 and OPM operating status prior to your arrival in the event of inclement weather.
We are now open to our beneficiaries age 65 and up by appointment only! You can schedule an appointment to receive the first dose of Pfizer vaccine on TRICARE Online. To register for an account, please visit www.tricareonline.com. ELIGIBLE PERSONNEL WHO ARE NOT BENEFICIARIES should contact their designated unit or agency Point of Contact for scheduling.
Date: 2/12/2021
First Dose Appointments on Hold
At this time, first dose appointments at the FBCH COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic are on HOLD due to vaccine supply constraints.
Please keep our Vaccination Information Hotline number handy (571) 231-7777, option 1.
Once we receive additional supply, the information hotline will be updated with information on vaccine availability, eligibility, and instructions for scheduling an appointment.
Please note, this is an information line only, and cannot accept messages. If you have specific questions regarding whether or not the COVID-19 vaccine is right for you, please contact your primary care provider.
Date: 2/8/2021
COVID-19 Vaccination appointments will be available for Phase 1B beneficiaries (75 years and older) through TRICARE Online starting Tuesday, February 9, 2021.
You may call our Vaccination Information Hotline for the most up-to-date information regarding our COVID-19 Vaccination efforts. You may access the hotline 24/7 by calling 571-231-7777, option 1.
NOTE: This is an information box
ONLY and messages may not be left, however the hotline is updated daily and serves as your best source for the latest information.
If you have specific questions regarding the vaccine, please contact your primary care provider.
Military personnel seeking a vaccine should contact their chain of command to schedule an appointment.
We are working hard to ensure the health and well-being of our community, and are working to ensure extra measures are in place to prevent the transmission of COVID-19.
Please stay safe, and we looking forward to providing you with more updates soon.
Date: 01/21/2021
Fort Belvoir Community Hospital (FBCH) shares your concerns of quickly providing the most up-to date and accurate information to our beneficiaries and staff.
As you may know, we've received the Pfizer vaccine here at Fort Belvoir. This vaccine requires two doses, separated by 21 days. We're currently finishing second doses for our healthcare personnel, and getting started with first doses for our Critical National Capabilities personnel.
We’re gearing up to provide vaccines to the next DHA designated population. Details on providing the vaccine and vaccine availability, eligibility, how to book an appointment and updates will be shared using the following methods:
- Belvoir Hospital Web Page.
- Social Media platforms.
- EverBridge alerts (via phone and text messages).
- COVAX Hotline (571) 231-7777.
- FBCH Director mails to the FBCH staff.
- Notifications via the FBCH Intranet to staff.
- Recorded messages patients receive when being reminded about appointments.
- Updated electronic signage information at the entrance gates of the installation.
- Base Newspaper (Belvoir Eagle).
The health and safety of the staff and beneficiaries of the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital remains our top priority, and we are committed to providing the most current information as we fight the global pandemic of COVID-19.