PROGRAM OVERVIEW AND REQUIREMENTS
This program provides funding assistance to eligible tribal citizens for healthcare-related expenses under the Nation’s Healthcare Policy. The following requirements and restrictions apply:
Eligible Dates for Expenses:
- Costs must have been incurred between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025.
Previous Year Program Deadline:
- All 2024 applications must be submitted by January 31, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Eligibility
- Must be an Enrolled KDWN Tribal Citizen.
Documentation Requirements:
All applications must include receipts or proof of expense clearly identifying the incurred cost. Examples include:
- RX Customer Copy
- Receipts of payment
- Reimbursements will only be issued directly to the tribal citizen who incurred the expense and submitted the request. Reimbursement Payments to third parties are not allowed.
Limitations and Prohibited Items:
- a) Medically prescribed marijuana in any form.
- b) Medically prescribed opioids are prohibited from coverage.
- c) Non-medically necessary cosmetic or elective procedures are not allowable.
- d) Any single medical expense exceeding $15,000 requires Tribal Council authorization.
- e) Payments require at least five (5) business days for processing.
- f) Coverage for prescription eyewear is limited to two pairs of glasses or a 12-month supply of
contacts per funding cycle.
- g) Fertility and Hormone Treatments: (For more detail review the Healthcare Funding Policy)
Processing Time:
- Approved payments will be processed within five (5) business days.
Incomplete Applications:
- Applications that are incomplete will be denied and returned.
Submission Information:
- Email completed applications to: [email protected]
- Fax to: (530) 387-3109
- Mail to: Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation P.O. Box 1630, Williams, CA 95987
- For program-related questions, contact the Tribal Office at: (530) 419-5058