19th Medical Group - Little Rock AFB

05/05/2026

The 19th Medical Group’s Radiology Department will be closed from 0730 - 1030 on Friday, 8 May.

Thank you for your understanding and dedication to your care. Please contact the Appointment Line at 501-987-8811 for any questions or assistance.

05/04/2026

04/29/2026

To ensure our 19 MDG team is prepared to deliver exceptional care anytime, anywhere, we will be participating in a Wing readiness exercise May 4 – 7. This will require temporary adjustments to some services. For services that remain available, we’ll maintain normal clinic hours (0730-1630 Mon-Wed, 1100-1630 Thu) throughout the exercise.

Here’s what you need to know:
1. Pharmacy will be open, but please anticipate longer wait times.
2. Laboratory services are unavailable.
3. Pediatrics will be closed.
4. Active-duty and Family Health Clinics will be closed for appointments, as our provider teams focus on essential patient clearance activities.
- For routine care needs, patients can message their clinic via the MHS Genesis Patient Portal. For more emergent needs, please see Additional Care Options below.
5. Women's Health services, including walk-in contraception services, are unavailable.
6. Dental services will be limited to emergencies and sick call. (1-501-259-2679)
7. Flight Medicine will conduct Return-to-Fly appointments as normally scheduled at 0730 M-W&F, and will have an on-call flight surgeon available for urgent needs.
8. The Mental Health Clinic will be closed for scheduled appointments. For emergencies, please contact our on-call provider 24/7. (1-501-987-7338 or contact your First Sergeant)

Additional Care Options:
Nurse Advice Line
Available 24/7, the Military Health System (MHS) Nurse Advice Line connects you with registered nurses who can assess your symptoms and recommend the best course of action.
• Contact: Call 1-800-TRICARE (1-800-874-2273).
• Website: MHSNurseAdviceLine.com for web or video chat.

Urgent Care Centers
You can visit any TRICARE-authorized urgent care facility in your network. Non-active-duty beneficiaries do not need a referral for urgent care.
• To find a location, visit https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/UrgentCare.

Emergency Rooms
For life-threatening conditions, please go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 immediately.
For the Military Crisis Line, dial 988 and press 1.
Thank you for your patience as we invest in our readiness. Your health and safety are our top priorities.

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04/28/2026

Due to operational readiness requirements, Radiology will be closed from 1000-1300.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to support both mission readiness and patient care. Please contact the Appointment Line at 501-987-8811 for any questions or assistance.

04/28/2026

Spring is in full swing. If you’re getting ready to tackle spring cleaning, don’t forget about your medicine cabinet! 💊

If you have unused or expired medications at home, protect your family, your community, and the environment by disposing of them safely. Learn how and find a location near you: www.tricare.mil/drugtakeback

04/21/2026

Due to operational readiness requirements, there may be temporary impacts to Radiology and Laboratory services. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to support both mission readiness and patient care. Please contact the Appointment Line at 501-987-8811 for any questions or assistance.

04/10/2026

🚨 Important: Community ER Closing 🚨
The Emergency Room at Unity Health – Jacksonville will close effective 15 April 2026.

Need Emergency Care?
For emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Urgent Care
For urgent (non-life-threatening) care, visit any TRICARE-authorized urgent care center. To locate a UCC or for additional information, visit https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/UrgentCare.
Non-active-duty beneficiaries do not need a referral for urgent care.

MHS Nurse Advice Line (1-800-TRICARE (874-2273)) if: you’re enrolled in TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Young Adult-Prime, Your primary care manager is at a military hospital or clinic.

For healthcare advice or recommendations on the most appropriate level of care, the 24/7 MHS Nurse Advice Line is available by phone, web or video chat. Call 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273) option 1 or visit https://tricare.mil/nal.

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02/26/2026

Recovery is part of the mission. 💪

Mobility work, stretching, and active recovery keep you moving efficiently and help prevent injuries over time.

Make recovery a priority:
• Add 5–10 minutes of mobility daily.
• Stretch after workouts.
• Use light movement on rest days.
• Give your body the downtime it needs.

Protect your readiness for the long haul.

U.S. Marine Corps

02/24/2026

✨ 𝐃𝐇𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌

Celebrating our teammates dedicated to Ready, Reliable Care ✨

Today we're thrilled to shine the spotlight on Develyn Lewis from the Little Rock Medical Group, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas 🎉



Little Rock Air Force Base
19th Medical Group - Little Rock AFB
Defense Health Agency

02/20/2026

Vaccines protect what matters most. The MMR vaccine is your best defense against measles—and it’s fully covered by TRICARE. Get vaccinated at the 19th Medical Group today. More info: www.tricare.mil/immunizations

02/04/2026

The Fiscal Year 2026 budget appropriation for the Department of War was signed into law by the President on February 3, 2026.

Effective immediately, all furloughed employees should return to work and resume their normal duties on their next regularly scheduled workday, unless otherwise directed. Employees are encouraged to contact their supervisor for information.

We look forward to seeing everyone back and thank you for your professionalism and resilience during this challenging time.