SEARHC and Mayo Clinic Care Network

No. This collaboration is not an acquisition, merger or partnership. Mayo Clinic Care Network members like SEARHC remain independent healthcare providers dedicated to serving the needs of their communities.

SEARHC was selected to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network by demonstrating a commitment to quality, patient-centered care. Additionally, SEARHC passed Mayo Clinic’s comprehensive evaluation process that included an in-depth review of its organization, its clinical and business practices, and its quality, safety and service efforts. SEARHC is the first Tribal Health Organization to become a Mayo Clinic Care Network Member.

With the ability to access Mayo Clinic’s clinical tools, expertise, and resources, SEARHC providers will be able to treat more patients closer to home. When your providers want a second opinion or additional expertise on a treatment plan, they can consult directly with Mayo Clinic specialists at no additional cost to patients. This way, SEARHC providers can combine their understanding of a patient’s unique medical needs with Mayo Clinic’s expertise to develop the best treatment plan for them.

No. When SEARHC specialty providers want clinical advice or have questions about complex patient care, they can quickly connect with Mayo Clinic specialists to consult with them.

Yes. SEARHC providers will continue to treat their patients. SEARHC providers now have special access to Mayo Clinic’s knowledge and expertise and can consult with Mayo Clinic’s team of specialists when they feel additional input will benefit their patient.

No. Through this membership, Mayo Clinic’s expertise and knowledge is shared with SEARHC providers at no additional cost to our patients.

SEARHC specialty providers will request a consult with Mayo Clinic if it benefits their patient’s care.

No. SEARHC providers have access to Mayo Clinic’s research, diagnostic and treatment resources so they can provide more patient care locally, reducing the patient’s need to travel outside the region for care. There is no obligation for providers to refer patients to Mayo Clinic.

No. The interaction is between the medical professionals of SEARHC and Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic does not see or contact our patients through these eConsult services. If your SEARHC provider requests an eConsult with a Mayo Clinic specialist on your behalf, the consultation will be noted in your secure medical record.

No. SEARHC’s membership in the Mayo Clinic Care Network does not provide direct access to Mayo Clinic providers or facilities. SEARHC patients may be referred to Mayo Clinic at the directive of their local SEARHC provider.

You will find more information by visiting Mayo Clinic Care Network website.