RiverStone Health was created in 2008 as a single identity and umbrella organization to reflect all of our services. We grew out of the Yellowstone City-County Health Department (YCCHD), which began providing public health services to our community in 1974.

In our role as the Yellowstone City-County Health Department, (YCCHD) we have led public health efforts to protect safety and well-being. But RiverStone Health is far more than simply a local public health department.

We serve our communities by providing HELP Health, Education, Leadership and Protection. By actively engaging in community health initiatives, issues and concerns, we combine the strength of government with the power of vision in an entrepreneurial model that transforms how we think of public health.

At the core of the RiverStone Health staff is our leadership team, a group of individuals whose vision, innovation and passion have made RiverStone Health a quality provider of primary care and public-health services in southeastern Montana.

John joined RiverStone Health in May, 2004. Prior to joining the organization he spent eight years as CEO of Northern Rockies Radiation Oncology Center, a non-profit freestanding radiation therapy center; six years as Vice President of Professional Services at a rehabilitation and sub-acute care facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, and was a member of both the Board of Health and Yellowstone Health Partnership Board. John has a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Montana, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. John has been a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives since 2000.

Shelli has been with RiverStone Health since May, 2008. Prior to joining the organization, she worked in a controller position at Roscoe Steel & Culvert Co. and was a key member of the companys Continuous Process Improvement Initiative Team. Shelli also previously held the position of Vice President, Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer of Northern Rockies Radiation Oncology Center, a non-profit freestanding radiation therapy center. She also worked with KPMG LLP as an Audit Manager. Additionally Shelli was a member of the Board of Health and the RiverStone Health Clinic Board. She received her undergraduate degree in accounting from Montana State University Bozeman.

Kristie joined RiverStone Health Foundation in January, 2012. Prior to joining the organization, she was with Alberta Bair Theater. Kristie has held certification as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) since June, 2016. She joins only 28 Montanans who have met a series of standards including tenure in the profession, education, and demonstrated fundraising achievement for nonprofit organizations. A graduate of the University of Mary with a Master of ScienceManagement degree, Kristie has over 22 years of nonprofit management and fundraising experience. She earned undergraduate degrees from the University of Wyoming and Dickinson State University. Kristie chairs the Yellowstone County Guardianship Council and is past-President of the Billings Rotary Club and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Through Rotary International Kristie is a Paul Harris Fellow +3.

Dr. Brand joined RiverStone Health as a resident with the Montana Family Medicine Residency program in 2013. After graduating from MFMR in 2015 he joined the faculty at RiverStone Health Clinic. Dr. Brand became the director of MFMR in 2020. Dr. Brand received his B.A. in Biochemistry Biophysics and Microbiology from Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington. He received his M.D. from Ross University School of Medicine in Portsmouth, Dominica. His is board certified through the American Board of Family Medicine. His clinical interests are in addiction medicine, simulation training, and GME. Dr. Brand enjoys spending time with this wife and two children, BBQ cooking, hiking and camping, skiing, biking, paddle boarding and travel, or mainly anything that allows him to be outdoors. Dr. Brand says the most satisfying part of teaching at MFMR is working with underserved patients in a Community Health Center with a focus on teaching many levels of students and residents.

Jeff joined RiverStone Health in May, 2012. Prior to joining the organization he spent two years working as Vice President of Human Resources at iTech Corporation, which was acquired by Fiserv Corporation. He worked as a Human Resource Manager for Fiserv for three years, overseeing the Human Resources needs of Billings and West Des Moines, Iowa. He also enjoyed a long career of 24 years with FedEx Corporation, working in various facilities in management roles. Jeff received a bachelors degree in Business Administration/Human Resource Management from Eastern Montana College (currently Montana State University Billings). He has served on the Yellowstone Valley Chapter Affiliate of the Society of Human Resource Management and is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resource Management (SPHR).

Daniel joined RiverStone Health in February, 2008. Prior to joining the organization, he worked in a variety of Information Technology positions including: IT Senior Network Consultant for M.A. Polce Consulting in New York; IT Senior Project Manager and IT VPN Manager for Comtech LLC and General Services Administration (GSA) in Washington, DC; and also as a contracted Senior Network and Information Security Manager. He earned his undergraduate degree in Environmental Science from Syracuse University. Additionally, Daniel holds numerous software and hardware certifications, including the designations of Blue Coat Certified Systems Engineer and Cisco Certified Design Associate.

Dr. Littlefield joined RiverStone Health as the Medical Director in September 2011. Prior to joining RiverStone Health, she practiced primary care and served as Medical Director at Revere Family Health Center at Cambridge Health Alliance in Massachusetts. She received her B.A. from Connecticut College, graduated from University of Maryland Medical School, completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatric residency at the University of Chicago, and then served as chief resident at McNeal Hospital prior to starting in clinical practice in 2005. Her clinical interests include improving healthcare access to underserved populations, obesity and diabetes prevention, and healthcare system transformation to create a team-based, efficient, population focused, and patient centered approach to healthcare. She is currently a clinical instructor of Family Medicine at the University of Washington.

Eric joined RiverStone Health as vice president of Public Health Services in 2022. Eric came to RiverStone Health from HealthPoint, a Community Health Center that serves the communities in King County Washington outside of Seattle. He has more than 20 years of experience working in metropolitan, suburban and rural public health, and community health systems, including many years in leadership. He has a bachelors degree in business administration and is presently in a master of business administration program focusing on health administration. His spouse grew up in Montana and they have relatives in the Billings area.

Barbara joined RiverStone Health in July, 2003 as the Manager for Communication and Advocacy and assumed her current role in 2013. Prior to joining the organization she served on the Yellowstone County Board of Health and worked with the American Heart Association at both local (Billings) and national (Dallas) levels on communication and public policy issues. She has a degree in History and Political Science from the University of Montana and participated in the 2006 -2007 cohort of the Northwest Public Health Leadership Institute. Barbara is currently the Vice President of Planned Parenthood of Montana, on the United Way of Yellowstone County Board and is serving as an ex-officio member of the Health and Economic Partnership Livelihood (HELP) Act Oversight Committee which oversees Medicaid expansion in Montana.

Judy joined RiverStone Health in October, 1987. She has served in a wide variety of positions and program areas including Homecare and Hospice, Healthcare for the Homeless, and Pharmacy. Currently oversees Organizational Innovation (RiverStone Healths Lean Six Sigma initiative), Analytics, and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) programs. She is an advocate for organizational culture and programmatic innovation. Judy earned her undergraduate degree in nursing from Montana State University, a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership from University of Mary and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Nancy joined RiverStone Health in May, 2002 and served as the Director of Ambulatory Care until assuming her current position in May, 2008. Prior to joining the organization, she held executive management positions in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care and primary care. She earned her undergraduate degree in Health Care Administration from University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire and a Master of Business Administration from University of Montana.

We accept most insurance plans and provide clinic services to anyone in need, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. As a federally funded Community Health Center, RiverStone Health Clinics offer a sliding fee scale that allows us to adjust charges for healthcare services based on income and family size. In addition, we accept payment from Medicare, Medicaid, Healthy Montana Kids and private health insurance plans. If you are uninsured, we can help you find health insurance coverage that fits your needs and your budget.

We provide care for the whole family, from pre-natal care, caring for infants and children to aging adults. We work with you in screening, preventing and managing chronic diseases like diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure or heart disease. We can also help you get dental care or behavioral health counseling. The RiverStone Health Pharmacy is the only pharmacy on Billings South Side, meeting the needs of our patients and community residents.

RiverStone Health Clinic is a unique model of care. We are governed by a Board of Directors, the majority of the Board members are patients of the Clinic. This governance model ensures that we are always providing the right care at the right time.

Each of the four RiverStone Health Clinics is individually recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home. We were the first clinics in the region to have received this national recognition. Having a medical home means we coordinate your healthcare needs. So that when you are sick, hurt, need medicine or need an exam, you see the same team of medical providers. You build a partnership with your medical team. Your providers know your health status, your medications, and your health history, which helps you get the best possible care.

Our online, secure health portal allows you to communicate with your healthcare provider and get access to your medical record. This tool helps you better manage your care and communicate with your healthcare team.

The best way to improve your health is to establish a relationship with a primary care provider before you get sick. During the visit, we can help you understand the preventative steps you can take to stay healthy.

We accept most health insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, Montana HELP Plan and Healthy Montana Kids. Montana Medicaid expansion, through the Montana HELP Plan, is available to Montana residents, ages 19 through 64, who meet income guidelines.

RiverStone Health Clinic receives HHS funding and has Federal PHS status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims for itself and its covered individuals.

The RiverStone Health Clinic Board of Directors reviews and revises healthcare policies, including the scope and availability of services and quality of care for the federally-qualified health center (Clinic) and Healthcare for the Homeless program. In conjunction with RiverStone Health, the Clinic Board also assures that the Clinic operates in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: I joined the Board many years ago because I believed RiverStone Health (then the Deering Clinic) was providing very important services to a population that traditionally has difficulty accessing appropriate medical care. I am a patient of RiverStone Health and I thought my experiences as a consumer would benefit the Board. I am also a big fan of the residency program we offer. RiverStone Health is an excellent place to develop primary care skills and a large percentage of the graduating residents choose to remain in Montana serving communities as primary/family physicians. It has been my honor to serve on the RiverStone Health Clinic Board.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: Like they say, youre never too old to learn. It is nice to see what is going on in our community and with government issues on heath. I also am a sounding board for people who have a problem or questions on RiverStones operations and policies, etc. People talk to me and I have a few suggestions on better policies.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: I wish to empower, serve and support the diverse community of Billings in order to promote the availability of quality and compassionate health and wellness services.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: I am committed to serving on the RiverStone Health Clinic Board because I have always volunteered in the community and I recognize the importance of health in all aspects of humanity. As a member of a diverse population myself, and as someone who utilized the clinic in my younger years, I feel a connection to the mission of the Clinic and to the staff who so selflessly make this their lifes work. I am passionate about mental and behavioral health issues because that influences every aspect of healthcare and I see that as a future challenge. I have been impressed with the kindness and quality of care provided by the staff, as well as the professionalism and attitude of the board members with whom I serve. I have a difficult time calling it service, because it is my privilege to know and work with such outstanding people.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: I was asked and recommended by my personal physician. Im only familiar with the Worden Clinic facility, but being selfish, I appreciate not having to drive to Billings.

Career: Vice President of Accounting, WMK & Western States Steel Erection Cos Year joined board: 2020 Why youre committed to serving on the board: I believe that RiverStone Health is an avenue for individuals to create better lives for themselves, their family and their community. Not everyone has the financial wherewithal to receive healthcare, but this should not exclude them from access to care. The Foundation supports a system where one gets more than just a checkup, they get a holistic approach that includes the education needed for a better life.

I think a major issue for consumers on the horizon is healthcare costs in general. The way the healthcare system is set up, consumers are voicing their concerns on the price of healthcare, but operating a healthcare facility is not inexpensive. The United States will try to find the happy medium between cost and operation of a healthcare facility, but it will be too difficult to solve. We are already seeing independent healthcare facilities merging with major hospitals to reduce operating costs so the focus can be on the patient which should be the concern for any healthcare facility.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: It is an honor to have a part in serving on this board. We deal with a variety of subjects, all aimed at providing the best medical care to those outside of the cities. It is important to know those we are serving and those who are serving them. As board members, we deal with both. Being on the RiverStone Health Clinic Board has been a time of learning.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: Having an interest in health care for populations at risk, I served in the U.S. Public Health Service at the end of my residency training. I have been involved in community health centers in one way or another for 33 years. I continue to be convinced the community health centers provide a vital service in ways that would not otherwise happen for folks that need these services.

Why youre committed to serving on the board: Public health is a cornerstone to a healthy and productive community and is essential in maintaining access to healthcare for all constituents. As a community leader it is my duty to model the importance of caring for others, and to be a part of a solutions-based approach in meeting community needs.

In looking to the future it will be imperative we inform and support our community with the challenges surrounding mental health. My passion is to implement effective interventions beginning with our youth, and work to establish a framework of supports that allow for individuals to access quality care throughout their adult lives.