American Indian Health Service of Chicago

What American Indian Health Service of Chicago does

American Indian Health Service of Chicago, Inc. (AIHSC) is a 501c3 nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1974 and incorporated under PL 94-437 (Indian Health Care Improvement Act, Title V: Urban Indian Health Programs). It operates a single clinic at 4326 W. Montrose Avenue in Chicago and is the only American Indian-operated medical and behavioral health clinic in Illinois, serving as one of 34 urban Indian health centers nationwide. Its primary patient population is the American Indian and Alaska Native community in the greater Chicagoland area, with services available regardless of ability to pay.

AIHSC delivers an integrated primary care and behavioral health platform organized around a Family Practice Clinic (women's, men's, and children's health subspecialties, sexual health education, immunizations, HIV testing, and a year-long diabetes education program) and a behavioral health department offering individual/group therapy, Talking Circles peer support groups, domestic violence prevention, suicide prevention, and alcohol and substance use disorder treatment. Operational infrastructure includes electronic health records, telehealth services, an on-site 4 Direction Fitness facility, and cultural programming (Drum and Singing Practices, Sewing and Beading Circles, storytelling series, senior socials). A core distribution asset is the 340B Drug Pricing Program partnership providing no-cost formulary medications to eligible tribal members through 63+ Walgreens pharmacy locations across Illinois.

Revenue is generated through three streams: federal FQHC grant funding for medically underserved populations (including Native Americans), third-party insurance payments (Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, and others), and a self-pay sliding scale adjusted by family size and income. Go-to-market is community-led: outreach via social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), Constant Contact email newsletter, and community cultural events, with appointments accepted by phone, telehealth, or in-person visits.

Name

American Indian Health Service of Chicago

Legal name

American Indian Health Service of Chicago, Inc.

Website

https://aihschgo.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

American Indian Health Service of Chicago is a 501c3 Federally Qualified Health Center and the only American Indian-operated medical and behavioral health clinic in Illinois, serving the American Indian, Alaska Native, and underserved communities of greater Chicagoland with integrated primary care, behavioral health, 340B pharmacy access, and culturally based wellness programs since 1974.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Centers

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAFACAI

Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) & Public Behavioral Health Providers

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Healthcare Providers & Systems/Behavioral Health & Substance Use Treatment

SECONDARYHLAJAAAK

Maternal, Child & Family Health Departments

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Public Health, Government & Regulators/Public Health Agencies & Health Departments

Keywords

• Community health center
• Federally qualified health center
• Behavioral health services
• Primary medical care
• Urban indian health

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Federally Qualified Health Center Grants: AIHSC is a Federally Qualified Health Center that receives grant funding from federal programs to help medically underserved populations including Native Americans
2. Insurance Payments: Revenue from accepting various insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicaid, Medicare, United Healthcare, and many others. Co-pays, deductibles, or non-covered services paid at time of service.
3. Self-Pay Sliding Scale: Self-pay sliding scale adjusts according to family size and income for uninsured patients. Also accepts Cash, iPay, and Credit Cards.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

AIHSC is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing integrated primary medical care (family practice, women's, men's, and children's health), behavioral health services (therapy, substance use treatment, domestic violence and suicide prevention), telehealth visits, immunizations, diabetes education, HIV testing, and the federal 340B Pharmacy Program for no-cost formulary medications to tribal members. All services are delivered with culturally-informed, trauma-informed care tailored to American Indian/Alaska Native communities and other underserved Chicagoland populations regardless of ability to pay.

Product overview

American Indian Health Service of Chicago operates as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing a comprehensive suite of healthcare and wellness services organized around a family practice core with integrated behavioral health. The main service lines include primary medical care (Family Practice Clinic with women's, men's, and children's health subspecialties), the 340B Pharmacy Program for subsidized prescriptions, Telehealth virtual visits, Diabetes Program, HIV testing, and Immunizations. Behavioral health services encompass individual and group therapy, Talking Circles peer support groups, substance use disorder treatment, domestic violence prevention, and suicide prevention programs. Community wellness is supported through cultural programming including drum circles, sewing circles, storytelling series, and senior engagement activities. All services incorporate culturally appropriate, trauma-informed care approaches specifically designed for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Family Practice Clinic Comprehensive primary medical care for individuals of all ages providing complete family care with an integrated behavioral health approach at the Chicago clinic.
• Women's Health Services Comprehensive women's healthcare including pregnancy guidance, menopause support, STI testing, family planning, and mammogram referrals.
• Men's Health Services Annual physicals including prostate checks, eye exams, comprehensive blood work, and cardiac health screening for males.
• Children's Well-Being Services Well-child exams and pediatric care services following Illinois state guidelines.
• Sexual Health Education Confidential sexual health services including STI testing, pregnancy testing, birth control, and sexual health education.
• Immunizations Childhood and adult immunizations following CDC and Illinois state guidelines including flu, pneumococcal, and Shingrix vaccines.
• 340B Pharmacy Program Federal drug discount program providing no-cost formulary medications to enrolled tribal members through affiliated Walgreens pharmacies across Illinois.
• HIV Awareness & Testing HIV testing and awareness services following CDC and WHO guidelines for self-care and prevention.
• Diabetes Program Year-long diabetes education program covering risk identification, diabetes management, monitoring, medications, diet and lifestyle changes.
• Telehealth Services Virtual doctor visits for conditions including respiratory issues, chronic disease management, pediatrics, well-woman care, and behavioral health counseling.
• Therapy & Counseling Outpatient therapy and counseling for depression, anxiety, substance use, domestic/sexual assault survivorship, and LGBTQ2S affirming care using evidence-based practices.
• Talking Circles Peer Support Groups Culturally-informed peer support groups including Living Through Healing Talking Circle and Circle of Pride based on Wellbriety principles.
• Domestic Violence Prevention Program Federally funded program providing trauma-informed counseling, community education, outreach, and prevention services for domestic and sexual violence survivors.
• Suicide Prevention Program Outpatient counseling and outreach for suicide prevention using evidence-based models with culturally appropriate trauma care approaches.
• Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Group psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and case management for alcohol and substance use recovery.
• COVID-19 Services COVID-19 testing, vaccination information, and public health assistance for Native American communities.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WalgreenscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAIHSC utilizes the 340B Drug Pricing Program through 63 Walgreens locations across Chicago and Illinois. Native American patients established at AIHSC receive subsidized prescriptions at NO COST when filling at these Walgreens locations. Partnership enables access to affordable medications for the tribal population.
• Oral Health ForumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Oral Health Forum has found dental resources near AIHSC for patients needing assistance with dental care, including providers that accept payment plans on a sliding scale basis.
• Start Your RecoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIHSC associates with Start Your Recovery which offers people a single source of relatable, reliable information for overcoming substance misuse at any stage of their recovery journey.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley: Federally Qualified Health Center serving American Indian/Alaska Native and broader community in Santa Clara County, California. Directly comparable as a non-profit urban Indian health center offering integrated medical, behavioral health, and cultural programming.
• Seattle Indian Health Board: Urban Indian health organization serving the Native American community in the Seattle area with medical, behavioral health, dental, and cultural services. Direct peer as a Title V Urban Indian Health Program with FQHC status.
• Near North Health Service Corporation: Federally Qualified Health Center operating multiple clinic sites in Chicago. Comparable as a Chicago FQHC serving low-income and underserved communities with integrated primary care and behavioral health.
• NATIVE HEALTH: Urban Indian health center in Phoenix providing primary care, behavioral health, and traditional healing services to Native American communities. Direct peer operating under the same PL 94-437 framework with integrated cultural and clinical programming.
• Erie Family Health Centers: Large multi-site FQHC operating across Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Direct peer as a Chicago-area FQHC providing primary care, behavioral health, and wraparound services to underserved populations.
• Heartland Health Centers: Chicago-based FQHC network providing primary care, behavioral health, and dental services across multiple locations. Comparable as a same-geography FQHC competitor serving medically underserved populations.
• Native American Community Health Center (American Indian Community Development Corporation): Serves the urban Native American community in Minneapolis with culturally integrated health and social services. Comparable as a Midwest-based urban Indian health provider with holistic community-based care.
• Howard Brown Health: Chicago-based FQHC providing primary care, behavioral health, and specialty services with deep cultural competency for LGBTQ+ communities. Comparable as a Chicago FQHC combining cultural mission with integrated care delivery.

Regional players

• Aunt Martha's Health & Wellness: Illinois-based FQHC and social services provider with multiple clinic sites across Chicago and surrounding counties. Comparable as a multi-service FQHC delivering primary care, behavioral health, and community programs in the same region.

Others

• National Council of Urban Indian Health: National advocacy organization supporting the 34 urban Indian health organizations, including AIHSC. Related as an ecosystem enabler and policy voice for AIHSC's peer network rather than a direct service competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/aihschicago
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-indian-health-service-of-chicago
• Instagraminstagram.com/aihschicago

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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