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.
Our military clinic remains open and we’re continuing to provide healthcare services. Scheduled appointments and procedures are proceeding as planned, and new appointments continue to be booked. For the latest information regarding TRICARE benefits during this period, please visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Please be assured, our commitment to providing exceptional care to you remains our highest priority.

Health Services

Laboratory

The Clinical Laboratory is fully accredited by the College of American Pathologists. We provide testing services to all eligible beneficiaries on a walk-in basis. We collect and analyze patient specimens upon an authorized request from your Primary Care Manager or ordering provider. 

Getting Lab Services 

On-Base Providers: Your PCM will submit lab requests directly to the laboratory.  

Off-Base Providers: A signed order form from your PCM or ordering provider is required. This can be faxed to 580-481-5196 or hand-carried by the patient.  

Glucose Tolerance Test & Semen Analysis: These services are by appointment only.  

Receiving Lab Results 

Test results are sent directly to the ordering PCM. The laboratory does not provide results to patients or interpret results. 

You can access your results through: 

Our Commitment 

The Department of Pathology ensures Airmen’s medical readiness and enhances the health of family members and retirees by providing accurate and timely test results. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.  

For any questions or to check the status of your lab request, call the Laboratory at 580-481-5398. 

Contact Us

Phone

Appointment Line
580-481-5398

Lab Fax Number
580-481-5196

Military Health System Nurse Advice Line
800-874-2273, Option 1, or chat virtually/by video:
https://mhsnurseadviceline.com

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal
Search for clinic or provider by first typing 'Altus'

Referrals
Visit the Referral Management Office

Hours

Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Visit MTF Closures page for specific dates

Location

301 N. 1st St., Building 46 
Altus Air Force Base, OK 73523

Don’t forget to keep your family’s information up to date in DEERS!