Services and Special Projects

Medical Services: The Medical Department at Feather River Tribal Health recognizes the strengths of two professional bodies, Medical and Nursing. In a collaborative team model, the two departments deliver patient care. Our Medical staff is comprised of physicians and mid-level providers, such as Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, who deliver primary care and Family Practice services. Many of the providers have sub-specialties, which include Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Massage Therapy, Podiatry, Internal Medicine, and Pharmacy services on a limited basis (Native American patients who qualify for CHS). Our Nursing Staff is comprised of RNs, LVNs, and Medical Assistants who have expertise in a variety of areas. We have a Screening Nurse available on a daily basis to assist patients with their medical problems and concerns.We also have a Registered Dietitian and Registered Nurse who are both Certified Diabetes Educators. Together they comprise our Nutrition & Diabetes Education program. Our Diabetic program has been recognized by the IHS Integrated Diabetes Education and Care Recognition Program.

Dental Services: The Dental Department is proud to have a well established team of highly-skilled and professional Dentists lending their knowledge to etter serve our patients' needs. In Dental we offer comprehensive care which includes preventive. diagnostic, and restorative services as well as crown and bridge and dentures. We are proud of our active sealant program and have introduced fluoride varnish. Dental offers Nitrous Oxide to our anxious patients and we have new and exciting changes soon to come. Services are available by appointment. A new service, oral sedation, began in March 2009 for eligible Native American patients.

Behavioral Health Services:  Psychiatrists, licensed clinical social workers, mental health therapists, and substance abuse counselors are available by appointment to assist children, adults, and families with important mental health and life issues. Men’s recovery, anger management, Red Road to Recovery, smoking cessation, and adult survivors of molestation groups are offered. Special projects for prevention of violence and sexual assault against women, and mental health issues facing Indian children and their families are offered as well as traditional healing and cultural activities. A Family Resource Center offers parenting classes, family activities, and other supportive services for the community. The BHS department is certified by Drug Medi-Cal (DMC) for the provision of alcohol and drug counseling services. Payment assistance is available to qualified individuals through the CAIR program (see Alternative Payment Methods).

Patient Services:  This administrative department has been established to assist patients with registration; verification of resources; Contract Health Services; eligibility for Contract Health Services, and patient complaints.

Senior Nutrition Program: A free lunch program for eligible Native American elders in the community is available at the Oroville site on a limited basis.

Outreach Services: The emphasis of Outreach Services is on health promotion and disease prevention through community-based activities and in-house services. This is accomplished by public health nursing and community health representatives (CHRs). Health and safety education, health monitoring, and advocacy services are among the many services provided by the Outreach Department. We participate in the Shots for Tots and CAIR immunization programs.