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   July 19, 2002


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By Mary-Patrice Ruocco, MS, RD, LD

- Keller Hospital Clinic Closure: August 9 for MEDDAC Organization Day. The pharmacy and emergency room remain open.

- To schedule same day and routine appointments call Sierra directly at 1-888-999-5195. Appointment lines are available starting at 6 a.m.

- Please welcome Lt. Col. Brian D. Allgood, a 1982 USMA graduate, as he becomes the new KACH commander in a Change of Command Ceremony today, 9:30 a.m. Allgood was Battalion Surgeon of the Third Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment from 1987 to 1990 and participated in Operation Just Cause. He served as commander of the 232d Medical Battalion and course director for the Combat Medic course until 2001. The new KACH commander is accompanied by his wife, Lt. Col. Jane Allgood and their son, Wyatt.

- Did you know that Keller has two Health Benefits Advisors or Beneficiary Counselor and Assistance Coordinators to help you with your medical and dental benefit questions. They also serve as Debt Collection Assistance Officer to help resolve unpaid medical claims. Because this is the season for vacations and briefings away from the installation, please call 938-4838 to make sure that an HBA will be available for you.

- Keller Ambulatory Pharmacy’s call-in refill system: 845-938-2527, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Allow two working days to process refills. Pharmacy is CLOSED Sundays and holidays. Saturdays, 8 to 10 a.m., pick up refills only and 10 a.m. to noon, normal operation.