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Quality Health Care at IHS

IHS announced the 2016-17 Quality Framework outlining how IHS will develop, implement, and sustain an effective quality program that improves patient experience and outcomes. This is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the delivery of reliable, high quality health care at IHS federal-government-operated, direct service facilities.

IHS Blog

The IHS Blog is your insight into the incredible staff and patient stories from across the United States. Each month highlights a new IHS Area where you can read about the positive success stories of our people, ideas and programs!

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ACA Open Enrollment

Enrollment for the Affordable Care Act's Health Insurance Marketplace is open now through January 31, 2017. American Indians and Alaska Natives of all ages are encouraged to learn about the benefits of a Marketplace plan and federal health programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Enroll today - for yourself, for your family, for your community.

IHS is a leader in Telehealth

Telehealth uses electronic communication to provide health care, with patient appointments provided remotely. A nurse or assistant in the room with the patient often supplements telehealth consultations with specialists. IHS finds telehealth is one of the best ways to get health care services where they are needed most.