Tribal health

Tribal Health Consulting to Strengthen Sovereign Healthcare Systems.

We partner with Tribal Nations, IHS facilities, and Tribal health organizations to navigate complex regulatory environments, strengthen compliance, modernize healthcare systems, and support culturally grounded care delivery.

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Trusted by Tribal Nations and Tribal Health Organizations Across the United States.

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
Copper River Native Association
Rosebud Sioux Tribe
Gila River Health Care
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
CONSULTING SOLUTIONS

Tribal Health Consulting Services Across Compliance, Operations, and Technology.


Regulatory Compliance Consulting for
Tribal Health Programs

  • Compliance with IHS, Medicaid, and tribal-specific funding requirements
  • Tailored training for compliance officers within tribal settings
  • Risk mitigation strategies to avoid funding disruptions and audit failures
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Tribal Clinic Startup & Expansion
Consulting

  • Navigating tribal, IHS, and federal regulations with culturally sensitive planning
  • Identifying funding sources through grants and federal programs
  • Developing operational workflows that address remote care access and land use complexities
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Practice Management for
Tribal Healthcare

  • Complex reimbursement across IHS, Medicaid, and private payers
  • Financial performance monitoring across departments and grants
  • Strategic implementation of assistance programs to support high-uninsured patient populations
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EHR Consulting & Optimization for
Tribal Health Clinics

  • Integration with the IHS RPMS and the new PATH EHR system in collaboration with tribal partners
  • Custom EHR configurations tailored to tribal health services and cultural needs
  • Security-focused planning to address limited IT infrastructure and elevated cybersecurity risks
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Healthcare Project Management for
Tribal Health Systems

  • Coordinating between tribal leadership, federal agencies, and external stakeholders
  • Developing project plans that reflect tribal values and healthcare priorities
  • Ensuring compliance with IHS regulations and funding guidelines
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IT Consulting for Tribal Healthcare
Organizations

  • Culturally aligned IT strategies and infrastructure assessments
  • Support in overcoming IT talent shortages and navigating vendor negotiations
  • Cybersecurity planning to protect patient data in remote or underserved areas
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COMMUNITY

Proudly Rooted In Tribal Heritage.


Our company's roots are deeply entwined with the tribal background of CEO, John Lynch, a member of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. This heritage is not only a source of pride but also influence the company's values and approach to business.

As an American Indian owned company, we take great pride in working with tribal health communities to improve both the patient and provider experience. Not only do our consultants help improve systems and processes but we support self-governance through strategy, experience, and best practices.

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HEALTHCARE DELIVERY

Clinical & Specialty Care Departments for Tribal Health.


These organizations and departments highlight the holistic, community-driven model of tribal healthcare, where services extend far beyond clinical care to include cultural, environmental, and social support. Tribal health systems are uniquely structured, often intertwining healthcare delivery with tribal governance, community outreach, and traditional healing practices. This creates operational complexities not typically found in standard clinics. We understand that Tribal healthcare delivery is holistic, community-centered, and deeply connected to cultural, social, and environmental factors.
  • Primary Care / Family Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Behavioral & Mental Health Services
  • Youth & School-Based Behavioral Health Programs
  • Elder Care & Long-Term Care Services
  • Women’s Health / OB-GYN
  • Internal Medicine
  • Public Health Nursing
  • Dental Services

  • Optometry / Eye Care
  • Podiatry
  • Pharmacy Services
  • Radiology & Imaging
  • Laboratory Services
  • Physical Therapy / Rehabilitation
  • Chiropractic Services
  • Specialty Clinics
  • Purchased Referred Care (PRC)
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WORK TOGETHER

Partnering with Tribal Healthcare Facilities to Strengthen Community Care.


Tribal healthcare leaders need a partner who understands the intersection of sovereignty, regulatory compliance, funding complexity, and culturally relevant care models. John Lynch & Associates provides Tribal health consulting services that respect Tribal governance, support compliance across federal and state requirements, and strengthen long-term healthcare system performance.
  • IHS (Indian Health Service) Facilities
  • Tribal 638 Health Programs
  • Urban Indian Health Programs (UIHPs)
  • Tribal Health Departments
  • Tribal Behavioral Health Services

  • Community Health Representative (CHR) Programs
  • Tribal Environmental Health Programs
  • Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs)
  • Tribal Health Boards or Councils
CLIENT SUCCESS

Tribal Health Case Studies.


Interested in how this approach could support your Tribal health system?
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Trusted by Tribal Health Leaders.

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"They provided the tools we need to continue to grow..."

John Lynch & Associates were professional and thorough as they worked with us to put together a comprehensive healthcare compliance program. The gap analysis and threat assessment enabled us to see the areas that needed attention, and they tailored the program to fit our needs. They provided the tools we needed to continue to grow and evolve the program as our health department expands. They also provided training in a way that was interesting and easy to understand. We are satisfied with the end product.
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Priscilla G.
Director of Health Services / Pokagon Band of Potawatomi

WHO WE SERVE

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WHAT WE DO

Healthcare Consulting Services for Tribal Health Organizations

Our Tribal health consulting services are delivered with an understanding of Tribal sovereignty, governance structures, and the unique regulatory, funding, and operational realities facing Tribal healthcare systems.



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