Recognizing Challenges, Supporting Change
At Sanford Health, we aim to improve health outcomes for everyone. Unfortunately, barriers to care prevent some patients from getting the treatment and support they need. That’s why finding ways to remove these barriers is essential for connecting every patient to the best care.
Examples of barriers to care
- Food insecurity
- Lack of culturally sensitive care options
- Lack of funding for Tribal health care services
- Language barriers
- Loss of insurance coverage
- No internet access
- Transportation challenges
Improving Care Everywhere
We’re committed to identifying and removing barriers to care throughout our health system.
Preventive care
We’re helping patients learn about their health risks by finding new ways to increase access to screening services and research studies.
Patient education
We offer a variety of educational resources for patients to learn about health conditions and treatment options.
Patient Pledge
It is our responsibility to care. With our Patient Pledge, we promise to take the time to listen, work well as a team and make sure patients know what to do next.
Insurance access
We offer insurance resources and assistance to prevent financial concerns from being the reason patients don’t seek medical care.
Community Resources Database
Sanford Health partners with findhelp.org to provide a comprehensive database of free and reduced-cost community care services and resources.
We also provide other resources for child care providers, parents, job-seekers, veterans, military members and medical professionals here.