Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras & Tuolumne Health Board, Inc. operates multiple health care facilities in the four counties we serve. Services are available to all American Indians and their family members, as well as the general public in the community and are provided in an atmosphere that respects and supports American Indian traditions, values, and beliefs. Our clinics are specialized and allow patients to receive affordable care for most Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Optometry, and Chiropractic needs.
The Primary Mission of the Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras & Tuolumne Health Board, Inc. is to improve the Health Status of the American Indian and Alaskan Native population. It is through a comprehensive HEALTH CARE SYSTEM, which is designed to Preserve and Promote the Traditional Well Being and Cultural Sensitivity of the Tribal Communities to whom we serve.
The Tuolumne Rural Indian Health Project (TRIHP) was established in 1969 by the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians to provide health services to Indians living at the Tuolumne Rancheria. In 1970, TRIHP participated in eight other autonomous Indian health projects and formed the California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc. (CRIHB). Soon after, it became apparent that other Indians living in surrounding areas needed access to these services as well. In 1971, Indians from neighboring Amador and Calaveras Counties petitioned the Tuolumne Tribal Council for health referral services. The Tuolumne Tribal council voted to provide health care assistance and a health worker for each county. The TRIHP was then renamed the Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne Health Board (A.C.T.). In 1972, dental care became available to Indians within the service area through a contract with a local dentist in a private practice. The following year, the Tuolumne Tribal Council, with assistance from IHS, began construction of a permanent dental clinic, which reached completion in 1974. Later that year, the American Indian Council of Mariposa county joined the program and it was officially renamed MACT (Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras Tuolumne) Health Board, Inc. MACT now has medical, dental, behavioral health, optometry, and chiropractic services available to patients in the counties of operation including American Indians and non-natives.
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newest oldest highest lowestAngela Clausen
2 years ago
I have been a patient for close to five years at this location. I just want to say that Dr. Ngo and the assistants she has working with her have been absolutely wonderful! Out of the staff I have had contact with, these ladies have been the absolute best from all the years. Everything I have needed to be worked on has been efficient and done well without discomfort afterwards. Always explained what the dental plan was and why. The front desk ladies are also very helpful and patient.
Luis Ponce
2 years ago
I should have taken the patient in front of me arguing with the receptionist as a ominous warning. She was pointing out how they had failed to communicate with her regarding her procedures. I can now tell you that, yup indeed the lack of communication leaves a lot to be desired. They will also force you to wear a mask but not extended that same requirement to each other or well known customers. Dr. Carvajal felt that it was not necessary to inform me of the state of my tooth, or differnt operations that where available. Therfore, after a unnecessary procedure and a month of pain that left me choosing to not eat so I would not hurt. After going back and being told that they were in no way responsible, I went to a different dentist telling me he cannot say if the infection I had was from prior to or because of the procedure. I hope this helps in more ways then keeping customers from being taken advantage of, but also that this office addresses their misuse of perceived authority. This is why I have taken my business elsewhere.
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