AFMS - Shaw - 20th Medical Group

AFMS - Shaw - 20th Medical Group This is the official page for the 20th Medical Group, Shaw AFB, SC. The 20th Medical Group delivers primary care and related services.

To review our Joint Commission Quality Report, visit https://www.qualitycheck.org/ and input 29152 for the zip code. It has Family and Women's Health, Pediatrics, Flight Medicine, and Mental Health. There are also Optometry, Physical Therapy and Dental for active duty only. For your convenience, there is also Pharmacy, Lab, and Radiology. There is also an Altitude Chamber. DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE COMMENT POLICY

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🔹 Q&A: TRICARE For Life Coverage of Weight Loss Medications 🔹The Defense Health Agency has announced updates to how TRIC...
09/12/2025

🔹 Q&A: TRICARE For Life Coverage of Weight Loss Medications 🔹
The Defense Health Agency has announced updates to how TRICARE covers weight loss medications, including GLP-1 drugs, to ensure prescriptions align with federal coverage requirements.

This article answers common questions, such as:
• Why do some TRICARE plans cover these drugs while TRICARE For Life doesn’t?
• Should I stop taking my medication if TFL doesn’t cover it?
• Can I continue my prescription if I pay out of pocket?

📖 Read the full article here:
👉 https://newsroom.tricare.mil/News/TRICARE-News/Article/4297241/qa-tricare-for-life-coverage-of-weight-loss-medications

UPDATE: Services have been restored!
09/12/2025

UPDATE: Services have been restored!

🚨Appointment Line Outage🚨

The 20th Medical Group is currently experiencing a temporary outage with the appointment line.

Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, please use the nurse advice line, MHS, Genesis, or call your respective clinic to schedule our manager appointments we appreciate your understanding and will provide updates when the line is operational again!

🚨Appointment Line Outage🚨The 20th Medical Group is currently experiencing a temporary outage with the appointment line. ...
09/12/2025

🚨Appointment Line Outage🚨

The 20th Medical Group is currently experiencing a temporary outage with the appointment line.

Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, please use the nurse advice line, MHS, Genesis, or call your respective clinic to schedule our manager appointments we appreciate your understanding and will provide updates when the line is operational again!

Your dedication, positivity, and drive continue to make a difference at the 20th Medical Group.👏 Thank you for leading b...
09/04/2025

Your dedication, positivity, and drive continue to make a difference at the 20th Medical Group.

👏 Thank you for leading by example and embodying excellence!

🎉 , join us in congratulating our — Staff Sgt. Sydney Brown! 💪✨

SSgt Brown has proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for 9 years, with prior assignments at Keesler and Lackland. She currently serves as the 20th Medical Group medical readiness training manager & medical emergency manager, where her impact is felt base-wide!

💼Brown recently identified a critical training gap and partnered with ACC/SGX to streamline TCCC Tier 3 training, eliminating obstacles and boosting readiness. She also realigned the MDG Shelter-in-Place plans, coordinating with the facility manager to identify eight new secure locations, all while managing her regular duties.

🎯 She has goals to finish her college degree, travel more ✈️ and one day retire and start a business that gives back to the community.

Thank you, SSgt Brown for your drive, dedication and heart for service! 🫡

📸 by Staff Sgt. Terrance Clyburn

United States Air Force | Air Combat Command | Airman Magazine | Stars and Stripes

🚨Closed for Training 🚨Every Wednesday, our clinic is closed from 0730-0930 for staff training. Doors will open at 9:45 A...
09/03/2025

🚨Closed for Training 🚨

Every Wednesday, our clinic is closed from 0730-0930 for staff training. Doors will open at 9:45 AM.

✅ The appointment line remains open, so you can still call to book or manage your appointments during this time.

✅ The Nurse Advice Line is available 24/7 for medical guidance at 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1.

We appreciate your patience as we train to better serve you! 💙

09/02/2025

🚨 NOTICE: Appointment Line Outage 🚨

We are currently experiencing a temporary outage with our appointment phone line. Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, please use usr MHS Genesis secure messaging or call (803) 895-6746 to schedule or manage your appointments.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to restore full service. Updates will be shared here as soon as the line is operational again.

Thank you for your understanding.

08/29/2025

📣Appointment Line Update📣

We are currently experiencing technical issues with our appointment line where calls are not queuing properly. Callers can still get through, but due to the absence of a queue system, wait times may be longer than usual.

✅ Thank you for your patience and understanding.

08/29/2025

Team Shaw,

We are open today, with the following services available:

🩺 Available Services Today, 29 August

💊 BX Pharmacy: 0730–1630
💉 Immunizations: By appointment only, 12-4
🦷 Dental
🪖 Active Duty Clinic/Sick call
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Health
🧸 Pediatrics
🧪 Laboratory
🖥️ Radiology
👓 Optometry
🧠 Mental Health
🛡️ Public Health
🗂️ Medical Records / T**A
🏃‍♂️ Physical Therapy: By appointment only
☎️ Appointment Line

The 20th Medical Group will be closed on Monday, 1 September, in observance of Labor Day.

We wish you and your families a safe and joyful holiday!

📞 Need medical advice while we’re closed?
The MHS Nurse Advice Line is available 24/7:
💬 Web & video chat: MHSNurseAdviceLine.com
📱 Phone: 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1

💻 The MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is available 24/7 for:
📬 Messaging your provider
📅 Booking appointments (Family Health, Immunizationions, Peds)
💊 Refilling prescriptions

Have questions? Reach out to us directly.

⚠️ Heads up! TRICARE is changing coverage for weight loss/obesity meds starting Aug 31, 2025. This may affect non-Prime ...
08/25/2025

⚠️ Heads up! TRICARE is changing coverage for weight loss/obesity meds starting Aug 31, 2025. This may affect non-Prime and Select beneficiaries — check the flyer for details.

📢 Heads Up!Starting 1 Aug 2025, the Shaw AFB Lab at the 20th MDG will be closed daily from 1200–1300.Please arrive early...
07/31/2025

📢 Heads Up!

Starting 1 Aug 2025, the Shaw AFB Lab at the 20th MDG will be closed daily from 1200–1300.

Please arrive early enough for order processing and sample collection before the midday closure.

Thank you for your understanding!

📢 Need to visit the pharmacy? The 20th MDG offers three convenient options to serve you: the Main Pharmacy, Satellite(BX...
07/21/2025

📢 Need to visit the pharmacy? The 20th MDG offers three convenient options to serve you: the Main Pharmacy, Satellite(BX) Pharmacy, and TRICARE Mail Order. Check the flyer for hours, locations, and available services.

📍From clinic prescriptions to off-base refills and mail-order options, each pharmacy supports different aspects of your care. Knowing which location to use can help save you time and streamline your visit.

Address

420 Polifka Drive
Shaw Air Force Base, SC
29152

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18038952273

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