First Nations Community Healthsource

What First Nations Community Healthsource does

First Nations Community HealthSource (FNCH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and the only Title V Urban Indian Health Center in New Mexico, headquartered in Albuquerque. Founded in 1972 as the Albuquerque Urban Indian Health Clinic and renamed in 1995 after expanding service area to surrounding tribal reservations, FNCH has delivered culturally-integrated healthcare to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations and other underserved communities in Albuquerque and surrounding areas for over 50 years. Its operating footprint comprises three clinic sites (Zuni Road, Truman Street, Central Avenue), the All Nations Wellness and Healing Center, six school-based health centers at partner APS schools, a mobile medical unit, and regional HIV Services Program locations in Gallup and Farmington.

FNCH delivers an integrated care portfolio that combines evidence-based modern medicine with traditional Native American healing practices. The core clinical offering spans primary care, dental, behavioral health (including substance use treatment), 340B pharmacy, vision care, HIV/AIDS prevention and case management, diabetes prevention, and alternative therapies (acupuncture, massage, chiropractic). Wraparound services include Traditional Wellness/Integrative Care, the Homeless Outreach Program, Youth Mentoring, Social Services, the Linkages supportive housing program, Education and Advocacy against Sex Trafficking (EAST), Medicaid/SNAP enrollment assistance, and the Indigenous Plate Program (free meals). The supporting technology stack consists of the eClinicalWorks (eCW) EHR/telehealth platform, RefillQuick for pharmacy refills, PayPal for donations, and a Google Maps-based interactive Food Resources map. AAAHC accreditation, Patient-Centered Medical and Dental Home certification, FTCA deemed status, and HRSA Health Center Quality Leader Awards (2017, 2018, 2020) confirm clinical quality compliance.

FNCH operates on a grant-and-services hybrid revenue model rather than a commercial SaaS or transaction-based model. Primary inflows come from federal agency grants (Indian Health Service, HRSA, SAMHSA, CDC, NIH CEAL), state funding (NM Department of Health, NM Crime Victims Reparation Commission), municipal sources (City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County), and private foundations (Gilead, Seva). Patient revenue is generated through Medicaid, Medicare, Centennial Care, and private insurance billing, supplemented by a sliding fee discount program indexed to Federal Poverty guidelines. AI/AN patients with a Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) receive most services at no cost; alternative therapies are paid out-of-pocket ($20–$40 per session). Distribution is direct-to-patient exclusively, through fixed-site clinics, embedded school clinics, mobile outreach, and telehealth—no third-party reseller or intermediary channel exists.

Name

First Nations Community Healthsource

Legal name

First Nations Community HealthSource, Inc.

Website

https://fnch.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

First Nations Community HealthSource is a New Mexico-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center, and the state's only Title V Urban Indian Health Center, delivering culturally-integrated primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and social services to American Indian/Alaska Native and underserved populations across three clinics, six school-based sites, and regional outreach programs in Albuquerque, Gallup, and Farmington.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Health Care and Social Assistance (62), American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Governments (921150), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community-Based Preventive & Health Promotion Clinics (HLAFAGAO), Public Health & Health Equity Organizations (BPAGACAL)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Primary care clinics
• Behavioral health programs
• Indian health services
• Federally qualified health center

Headquarters

HQ city

Albuquerque

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Federal and State Healthcare Funding: Primary funding from Indian Health Services, HRSA, New Mexico Department of Health, and Behavioral Health Services Division for primary care, behavioral health, dental, social services, and specialized programs including HIV prevention and Medicaid enrollment.
2. Healthcare Services Revenue: Revenue from patient services including pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, and primary care. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Centennial Care, and most private insurance plans.
3. Foundation and Grant Funding: Support from private foundations, Gilead Foundation, Office for Victims of Crime, New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission, and various federal grants.
4. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations to 501(c)(3) organization including COVID-19 Relief Fund and general operations support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

First Nations Community HealthSource is a Federally Qualified Health Center and Urban Indian Health Center providing comprehensive, culturally-centered healthcare to American Indian/Alaska Native individuals and underserved populations in New Mexico. Its core offerings include primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy (340B), vision, HIV/AIDS prevention, diabetes prevention, and traditional Native wellness/alternative therapies, supported by wraparound social services covering housing, food security, youth mentoring, and case management.

Product overview

First Nations Community HealthSource is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and New Mexico's Urban Indian Health Center offering a comprehensive, multi-site healthcare delivery system with over 50 years of service. The organization operates three clinic sites (Zuni, Truman, and Central), six school-based health centers, and outreach programs in Gallup and Farmington, plus a mobile medical unit. Its product portfolio centers on integrated primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and vision services, complemented by culturally-grounded Traditional Wellness and Alternative Therapies programs. Supporting services include HIV/AIDS prevention and case management, Diabetes Prevention, Youth Mentoring, Homeless Outreach (HOP), Medicaid/SNAP Enrollment, Food Resources and the Indigenous Plate Program, Social Services, Linkages supportive housing, Education and Advocacy against Sex Trafficking (EAST), and School-Based Health Centers. The All Nations Wellness and Healing Center serves as a hub for community support including the Indigenous Plate Program and job development. COVID-19 services include testing, vaccines, and a dedicated Tribal COVID-19 Relief Fund. The organization is accredited by AAAHC and recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical and Dental Home.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• All Nations Wellness and Healing Center: Wellness center providing Indigenous Plate Program, job development, social activities, and case management services.
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Products and services

• Primary Care Services Comprehensive family and specialty medical care including urgent care, immunizations, chronic disease management, prenatal care, women's and men's health, HIV/STD/Hepatitis C testing, and specialty referrals for podiatry, psychiatry, and chiropractic services; for AI/AN individuals, families, and underserved patients.
• Dental Services Comprehensive dental program for children, adults, and elders offering exams, X-rays, cleanings, restorative work, endodontic services, oral surgery, prosthetic services, and emergency pain management.
• Behavioral Health Services Culturally sensitive mental health and substance abuse counseling program using a holistic approach, offering assessments, psychiatry, EMDR, traditional healing, case management, crisis services, medication-assisted treatment, and intensive outpatient substance use treatment.
• Pharmacy Services 340B covered entity pharmacy offering prescription services, medication utilization review, diabetic education, opioid safety education, naloxone distribution, vaccination services, and FedEx home delivery for homebound patients.
• Vision Care Comprehensive optometry services including eye examinations, eye disease treatment, emergency care, vision therapy, retinopathy screenings, and a free eyeglass program for eligible Native Americans through the Seva Foundation.
• HIV/AIDS Prevention and Case Management Full continuum of HIV care including confidential testing and counseling, harm reduction, overdose prevention education, Naloxone distribution, PrEP, STI testing, HIV/Hepatitis C/STI treatment, medical and nonmedical case management, and statewide services through the HIV Services Program (HSP).
• Diabetes Prevention Program Team approach to diabetes management and prevention education covering blood sugar goals, nutrition, exercise, medication management, insulin management, foot care, gestational diabetes, and community-based education at schools and health fairs.
• Indigenous Plate Program Free warm breakfast and lunch meals served Monday through Friday at the All Nations Wellness and Healing Center to individuals experiencing food insecurity due to limited financial resources.
• Youth Mentoring Program One-on-one and group mentoring services for children in grades K-12 (ages 5-18) designed to enhance academic performance, attendance, self-esteem, and reduce substance use and gang involvement, operating in collaboration with local APS schools.
• Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) Comprehensive case management and outreach services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk, offering behavioral health and dental referrals, housing placements, ID assistance, legal services, job development, and food assistance.
• Alternative Therapies Array of alternative healing services integrated with other FNCH offerings, including massage therapy, acupuncture, acupuncture detox, and chiropractic services.
• Traditional Wellness / Integrative Care Program Culturally grounded wellness services staffed by Traditional Healers and cultural mentors, offering traditional curative interventions, counseling, sweat lodge ceremonies, men's and women's talking circles, and telehealth wellness groups.
• All Nations Wellness and Healing Center (ANWHC) Wellness center providing social and support services addressing hunger, job development, and social needs, operating the Indigenous Plate Program, job development services, case management, and community activities.
• School-Based Health Centers Health centers located within schools including Wilson Middle School, Grant Middle School, Emerson Elementary, Native American Community Academy, Career and College High School, and New Futures, providing primary care, behavioral health, and dental services to K-12 students.
• Medicaid/SNAP Enrollment Program On-site and community-based application assistance and eligibility screenings for Medicaid, SNAP, CASH, and energy assistance programs, including NMHIX education and enrollment support.
• Food Resources Comprehensive listing of food assistance resources within a 5-mile radius of the Zuni Clinic, including dollar stores, food pantries, grocery stores, meal sites, farmers markets, WIC sites, and youth kitchen services, with an interactive Google Maps tool.
• Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Civil outpatient commitment program mandating individuals with severe mental illness to intervention and treatment, employing a recovery-focused approach promoting wellness, self-management, and independent living skills.
• Education and Advocacy against Sex Trafficking (EAST) Program supporting Native American/Alaska Native victims of sex trafficking in Albuquerque and surrounding tribal communities through advocacy, prevention education, case management, transportation, and referrals to medical, dental, behavioral health, and legal services.
• Linkages Program Supportive housing program providing rental subsidies and individualized services to vulnerable populations, prioritizing individuals with serious mental illnesses and those precariously housed.
• Social Services Program Case management and patient navigation services assisting with housing, vocational, recreational, subsistence, transportation, childcare, and healthy lifestyle needs, comprising Pathways, Intensive Case Management, Housing, and healthy lifestyle education programs.
• COVID-19 Testing and Vaccines Walk-in and appointment-based COVID-19 testing and vaccination services offered at the Zuni Clinic, available Monday through Friday and Saturdays.
• Tribal COVID-19 Relief Fund COVID-19 relief effort distributing protection kits (masks, hand sanitizer, disinfectants, food) to Native American elders, individuals, families, and communities, collaborating with Community Health Representatives across New Mexico.

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Integration6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• University of New Mexico HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership for healthcare referrals and coordinated care services. Part of the Collaborative Resource Group addressing COVID-19 response alongside Indian Health Service Hospitals and Veterans Affairs Hospital.
• Indian Health Service HospitalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in the Collaborative Resource Group for COVID-19 response coordination. IHS provides funding through Indian Health Services grants for primary care, behavioral health, dental, and social services.
• Veterans Affairs HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in the Collaborative Resource Group for COVID-19 response coordination in Bernalillo County.
• UNM Center for Native American Health (CNAH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Food Resources initiative creating an extensive list of food assistance options in the International District. Jointly supported by NIH CEAL funding.
• Presbyterian Health ServicessupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner for Social Services Program collaboration and Pathways program support.
• New Mexico Coalition for Supportive HousingsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing supportive housing services and referrals for social services program.
• International District CoalitionsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner for coordinated services in the International District area.
• New Mexico Community AIDS PartnershipsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting Comida Buena food pantry for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Albuquerque.
• Barrett HousesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelter/housing referral partner for Homeless Outreach Program clients.
• New Mexico Coalition to End HomelessnesssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner for housing referrals and coordinated homeless services.
• Albuquerque Housing AuthoritysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing referral partner for affordable housing placement assistance.
• Navajo Housing AuthoritysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing referral partner for tribal community members.
• Albuquerque Heading HomesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing initiative partner for homeless outreach program referrals.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• NATIVE HEALTH (Phoenix): NATIVE HEALTH is a Title V Urban Indian Health Center and FQHC serving AI/AN populations in the Phoenix metro with primary care, behavioral health, dental, and traditional healing — directly comparable in mission, federal designations, and integrated care model to FNCH.
• Native American Health Center (Oakland): Native American Health Center is a Title V Urban Indian Health Center and FQHC in Oakland delivering primary care, dental, behavioral health, and cultural wellness services to AI/AN and underserved populations — a structurally similar urban Indian health operator to FNCH.
• Seattle Indian Health Board: Seattle Indian Health Board is a Title V Urban Indian Health Center and FQHC providing integrated medical, dental, behavioral, and traditional healing services to AI/AN communities in the Seattle area — directly comparable peer in scope and federal designations.
• Denver Indian Health and Family Services: Denver Indian Health and Family Services is a Title V Urban Indian Health Center offering medical, dental, behavioral health, and culturally-grounded wellness services to AI/AN populations in the Denver metro — closely comparable urban Indian health peer to FNCH.
• Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley: Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley is a Title V Urban Indian Health Center and FQHC in San Jose, California providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and community wellness programs to AI/AN and underserved residents — directly comparable in operating model.
• Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless: Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless is an FQHC serving homeless and underserved populations in Albuquerque with primary care, behavioral health, and case management — overlapping service lines and geography with FNCH's Homeless Outreach Program and Linkages supportive housing.

Regional players

• La Familia Medical Center: La Familia Medical Center (now part of El Centro Family Health) is an FQHC serving Santa Fe and surrounding New Mexico counties with primary care, dental, and behavioral health — a comparable community health center operator in the same state and patient population.

Broad incumbents

• Presbyterian Medical Services: Presbyterian Medical Services is a large New Mexico FQHC network operating dozens of clinics statewide, including behavioral health and social services — a much larger incumbent serving overlapping Medicaid and underserved populations in New Mexico.
• Indian Health Service: Indian Health Service is the federal agency that funds and operates health programs for AI/AN populations, including Title V grantees like FNCH — a key funder and broader-incumbent operator in the same care delivery space.

Others

• National Association of Community Health Centers: NACHC is the national membership organization representing FQHCs and Look-Alikes, providing advocacy, training, and operational support to FNCH and its peer FQHCs — an industry-association peer rather than a direct care provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/EASTFNCH
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/first-nations-community-healthsource

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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