See details for your state

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Indian Health Service

BenefitHealthcareRecurringRolling

What it may cover

Varies

Enrollment

Open enrollment

Where available

Check locally

What you get

The Indian Health Service (IHS) provides a comprehensive health service delivery system for approximately 2.6 million American Indians and Alaska Natives who are members of 574 federally recognized tribes. Services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, substance abuse treatment, pharmacy, and public health nursing, delivered through IHS-operated facilities, tribally operated programs under Self-Determination contracts, and urban Indian health organizations. Health services are provided at no direct cost to eligible patients as a result of treaty obligations and the federal trust responsibility to tribal nations.

Help paying for healthcare, prescriptions, coverage, or care services through a public program or approved provider.

Have insurance cards, medical bills, and income documents ready before you call.

Do you qualify?

Check what applies to you. Your answers are saved on this device so you can come back later.

0/2 confirmed

Are you an enrolled member of a federally recognized Indian tribe or Alaska Native village, or the biological child of an enrolled member?
Is this available near you?
This program is delivered through local distribution sites. Enter your ZIP code to check availability near you.

What to bring

If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.

1Proof of tribal membership (tribal enrollment card or CDIB — Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood)
2Government-issued photo ID
3Proof of residency in the service area
4Social Security number

How to apply

Processing time varies by location and program funding.

1Find the right local officeUse your ZIP code to confirm the local health or benefits office that handles Indian Health Service.
2Apply online, by phone, or in personUse the official application path and keep a copy of anything you submit.
3Complete the interview or verificationMany benefits require a short call, appointment, or document check.
4Watch for a decisionKeep mail, email, and phone open so you do not miss follow-up requests.

Find local help

Your ZIP helps you confirm the right local office and state-specific rules.

You may also qualify for

Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.

Internal Revenue Service / HealthCare.gov

ACA Premium Tax Credits

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

CHIP — Children's Health Insurance Program

Social Security Administration / Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Extra Help — Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy

See details for your state

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Indian Health Service

BenefitHealthcareRecurringRolling

What it may cover

Varies

Enrollment

Open enrollment

Where available

Check locally

What you get

Help paying for healthcare, prescriptions, coverage, or care services through a public program or approved provider.

Have insurance cards, medical bills, and income documents ready before you call.

Do you qualify?

Check what applies to you. Your answers are saved on this device so you can come back later.

0/2 confirmed

Are you an enrolled member of a federally recognized Indian tribe or Alaska Native village, or the biological child of an enrolled member?
Is this available near you?
This program is delivered through local distribution sites. Enter your ZIP code to check availability near you.

What to bring

If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.

1Proof of tribal membership (tribal enrollment card or CDIB — Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood)
2Government-issued photo ID
3Proof of residency in the service area
4Social Security number

How to apply

Processing time varies by location and program funding.

1Find the right local officeUse your ZIP code to confirm the local health or benefits office that handles Indian Health Service.
2Apply online, by phone, or in personUse the official application path and keep a copy of anything you submit.
3Complete the interview or verificationMany benefits require a short call, appointment, or document check.
4Watch for a decisionKeep mail, email, and phone open so you do not miss follow-up requests.

Find local help

Your ZIP helps you confirm the right local office and state-specific rules.

You may also qualify for

Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.

Internal Revenue Service / HealthCare.gov

ACA Premium Tax Credits

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

CHIP — Children's Health Insurance Program

Social Security Administration / Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Extra Help — Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy