Health Services

Overview

The Nisqually Tribe operates a clinic as part of the federal Indian Health Service, currently the only universal public health care program in the United States. The Indian Health Service is an agency within the federal Department of Health and Human Services and is the principal healthcare provider and advocate for native peoples. The IHS provides a comprehensive health service delivery system for approximately 1.9 million American Indians and Alaska Natives who belong to 562 federally recognized tribes in 35 states.

The Nisqually clinic offers limited primary care medical services and also employs a full-time dentist through its health clinic. The tribe bills Medicaid and Medicare for services provided to Medicaid- and Medicare-eligible patients, and private insurance for those patients with private coverage.

The Nisqually Tribal Health & Wellness Center

Nisqually Tribal Health & Wellness Center is an ambulatory care facility. We offer outpatient, family practice medical care, along with dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and traditional healing services. We offer a wide range of traditional and Western medical care in our facility. From preventative medical care and state-of-the-art dental procedures to our new hyperbaric chamber and traditional medicine apothecary.

The Nisqually Indian Tribe owns and operates the Nisqually Tribal Health and Wellness Center within Olympia, Washington. The clinic provides primary care services, pediatric care, dental, pharmacy, and behavioral health services to eligible patients. For a detailed list of our services and to determine eligibility for services, see our information below.

Our Vision

Resting on a foundation of Nisqually cultural strength, the Nisqually Tribal Health and Wellness Center envisions a healthy and healing community, supported across the life cycle, providing for the emotional, physical, social, and spiritual health and wellness of the whole community.

Our Mission

We develop and provide our community with comprehensive services in a respectful and caring atmosphere that results in self-sufficiency and an improved quality of life for this and future generations.

Services Offered

Medical

Primary care services for acute illnesses, chronic health conditions, and disease management
Pediatric services
Maternal and infant health services include prenatal care and family planning
Diabetes care and education, including podiatry and nutrition counseling
Cancer screening (breast, cervical, colorectal, and others)
Long and short acting contraceptive services and women’s wellness examinations
Gender-affirming care
Sexual health services
Medication for treatment of opioid and alcohol use disorders, including Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD)
Referral Serivices for specialty care and diagnostic imaging
Lab services provided on-site for testing and diagnosis
Community Health Representatives (CHR) services including medical transportation, outreach, advocacy, and health education
Care coordination post-hospital discharge with home visits and coordination of medical appointments

Address: Nisqually Tribal Health & Wellness Center, 4840 Journey Street SE, Olympia WA 98513

Phone: (360) 459-5312 (Always dial 911 for serious or life-threatening emergencies)