photo from the Indian Health Service/U.S. Department of Health and Human Services // found at https://www.dailyyonder.com/senate-bill-cuts-indian-funds-third/2009/02/04/1897
The Indian Health Care Improvement Act has been permanently reauthorized. If you’re a Native American receiving healthcare from Indian Health Services, you’ll see improvements in your care, including cancer screenings, long-term care, dialysis, mental & behavioral health care, and Indian veteran care. Also, Native Americans will not face a penalty for not buying health insurance.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- A summary of health reform for Native Americans from Indian Health Services
- “Some Native Americans may be penalized under Affordable Care Act” from the AP, 5/15/13
- “Health Care Bill Aids Indian Country” from The Daily Yonder blog, 11/25/09
- Indian Health Services’ website