Contract Health Services (CHS)

Contract Health Services (CHS) is a limited and restricted federal program of managed care that can pay for certain services that are not provided at the agency. CHS is a program designed to help with medical, dental, and behavioral health financial assistance for verified California Indians or descendants who live in our service area. In order to use CHS services you must use all other resources available to pay for your care – resources such as Medicare, Medi-Cal, and/or private insurance.

In order to qualify for Contract Health Services, you must meet certain eligibility requirements. CHS is a complex program with guidelines and a strict policy of pre-approvals for services. For more information on qualifying for CHS, please contact the Contract Health Specialist at (530) 534-5394.

In order to obtain approval for payment of after hours, weekend, or holiday visits to an emergency care facility, all CHS eligible patients must contact the CHS office within 72 hours of the visit to the urgent care facility.

FRTH serves Butte, Yuba, and Sutter Counties (excluding the cities of Durham and Chico).

For information regarding Additional Charges for Services, see Fees and Payment Policies.

For further information about contract health services (CHS), please refer to the CHS Patient Handbook. For a copy, please contact CHS or Patient Services.