Description:
The Indian Health Service, part of the Public Health Service, provides American Indians and Alaska Natives with comprehensive health services by developing and managing programs to meet their health needs.
Established:
1921 (mission transferred from the Interior Department in 1955)
Budget (billions):
$5.31 FY2013
Staff:
15,429
Headquarters Location:
Rockville, MD
Location Web Page:
http://www.ihs.gov/headquarters/
Phone Number:
301-443-3593
Leadership:
Robert G. McSwain