About DHA Library

The Military Health System is one of America’s largest and most complex health care systems in the world. But the MHS is more than an institution. It is a community made up of patients, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, logistics specialists, administrators, programmers, data security experts and countless others. The people that make up the MHS are a cross-section of experts who are committed to providing high-quality care for beneficiaries.

Each team member uses their specialized skills to help save lives on the battlefield, combat infectious disease, and provide health services to approximately 9.6 million beneficiaries, composed of uniformed service members, military retirees and family members.

The MHS App Portfolio is intended to provide MHS patients, health care providers, and staff some information about mobile apps developed specifically for their needs and use. All apps are available to download for free. This portfolio also provides guidelines for requesting new apps and tools for developing Defense Health Agency-compliant apps.

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Important: In step one users will need a Common Access Card (CAC) in order to access the “Submit an App Request” Page

How to Submit DHA Mobile App Request


  1. 1

    On LaunchPad, go to the DAD IO J-6 Request Portal:

    https://info.health.mil/apps/HIT/ services/SitePages/escMenu.aspx
  2. 2
    Under “Web & Mobile” click on “Mobile App Development”
  3. 3
    Click “Order Service” at the top of the page
  4. 4

    Populate the open fields. Here are some tips:


    a. Under “Associated Project” select “Mobile”


    b. For “Short Title” provide a suggested app name


    c. For “Requirement” provide a clear description of the requirements for the requested app


    d. For “Justification” explain why the app is needed, include target users and how it would support the MHS mission and why other apps won’t fulfill the requirements

  5. 5
    Click “Submit” at the bottom of the page
  6. 6
    Mobile App Development Timeline begins
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