Ziebach county, SD

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Ziebach County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]

Ziebach County is located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 2,801. Its county seat is Dupree. The county was created in 1911 and organized in 1911. It is named for Frank M. Ziebach, a politician who served in the Dakota Territory's House of Representatives.

Healthcare in Ziebach County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Ziebach County, South Dakota is primarily provided by the Indian Health Service (IHS), a federal health program for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The IHS provides a comprehensive health service delivery system for approximately 2.6 million American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Indian Health Service[edit | edit source]

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is an operating division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. IHS is responsible for providing direct medical and public health services to members of federally recognized tribes and Alaska Natives.

In Ziebach County, the IHS operates the Cheyenne River Health Center in Eagle Butte, South Dakota. This facility provides a variety of services including inpatient and outpatient care, dental and optometry services, mental health treatment, and community health services.

Cheyenne River Health Center[edit | edit source]

The Cheyenne River Health Center is a 24-bed facility located in Eagle Butte, South Dakota. It serves the members of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and other eligible beneficiaries. The health center offers a comprehensive range of services including primary care, emergency care, pharmacy services, and specialty care referrals.

In addition to the Cheyenne River Health Center, the IHS also operates several field health stations and health centers throughout Ziebach County. These facilities provide primary healthcare services to the rural and remote communities in the county.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Ziebach County, South Dakota is primarily provided by the Indian Health Service. The IHS operates several healthcare facilities in the county, including the Cheyenne River Health Center, which provides a comprehensive range of services to the local community. Despite the challenges of providing healthcare in a rural and remote area, the IHS is committed to improving the health status of the American Indian and Alaska Native population in Ziebach County.

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