Take command: Urgent care now easier to access

As of Jan. 1, 2018, most TRICARE Prime enrollees no longer need a referral for urgent care visits and point-of-service charges no longer apply for urgent care claims. This change replaces the previous policy, which waived referrals for the first two urgent care visits per year.

Airman upholds the Trusted Care principles through the delivery of efficient care and patient satisfaction

For U.S. Air Force MSgt Ashley Strong, delivering patient-centered Trusted Care is more than a policy. For this Air Force dental flight chief, Trusted Care is about using the expertise and experiences of all Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) Airmen at every level to find better ways to provide

Wisdom teeth are no match for oral surgeon

CGOC Holds Public Speaking Workshop

The 90th Missile Wing Company Grade Officers’ Council held a public speaking workshop Jan. 12, 2018 at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo.The workshop focused on how to write a speech and was open to base personnel and dependents. Capt. LaRae Johnson, 321st Missile Squadron ICBM Operations flight

Airman spends day with wing commander

Senior Airman Anthony Taylor, 90th Logistics Readiness Squadron fleet management analyst, spent a day with Col. Stacy Huser, 90th Missile Wing commander here, Nov. 7, 2017.  The Day with the Commander Program allows junior Airmen to shadow the commander and learn how the wing operates on a

F.E. Warren dental clinic takes AFGSC award

The F.E. Warren Air Force Base Dental Clinic recently received the 2017 Air Force Global Strike Command Small Dental Clinic of the Year Award for the second year in a row. The award was determined after evaluating each dental clinic’s standards across seven metrics to include patient satisfaction

Living with an attitude of gratitude – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 3)

“I already got my running blade,” said an enthusiastic Maj. Stephanie Proellochs (PRE’-locks).After only taking her first steps in November, Proellochs, a U.S. Air Force Medical Service Corps (MSC) Officer and recent amputee, was already thinking of how she would be able to run and eventually

20th Air Force commander confirmed for promotion by U.S. Senate

The U.S. Senate confirmed Maj. Gen. Anthony J. Cotton for promotion to lieutenant general in the United States Air Force on Dec. 20, 2017.  "Maj. Gen. Anthony Cotton has served with distinction at F.E. Warren Air Force Base commanding the 20th Air Force in its vital strategic mission," said Sen.

EOD Airman receives Purple Heart

After 10 years, Tech. Sgt. Douglas Smits, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal team leader, received a Purple Heart medal at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Jan. 5, 2018.   The Purple Heart medal is one of the military’s oldest commendations, dating back to 1782. It recognizes

Medically ready to be mission ready

From periodic health assessments to regular dental exams, every Airman should know the importance of maintaining their Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) at all times.