Empowering Independent Providers Since 1997

Independent Healthcare Associates (IHA) is a Physician Hospital Organization (PHO) based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, dedicated to supporting independent providers regionally. Established in 1997, IHA is a joint venture between Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital and independent physicians throughout the region.

As a trusted advocate for independent medical practices, IHA provides essential resources and expertise to streamline operations, improve payer negotiations, and enhance healthcare efficiency. Our mission is to ensure that independent providers thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape while delivering exceptional patient care.

Comprehensive Services to Support Your Practice

As an IHA member, independent providers gain access to a suite of services designed to simplify operations and maximize revenue potential:

Provider Enrollment

Ensuring seamless integration into payer networks.

Credentialing & Recredentialing

Handling all aspects of payer verification.

Contract Review & Negotiation

Helping secure favorable payer agreements.

Claims Assistance & Resolution

Advocating for proper reimbursements and reducing denials.

Educational Resources

Offering training, workshops, and practice management support.

Expanding Our Reach: Serving South Dakota & Iowa

IHA proudly supports independent healthcare providers across South Dakota and Iowa, offering the tools, resources, and advocacy needed to remain competitive and independent in today’s evolving healthcare environment. By partnering with IHA, providers can focus on what matters most—delivering quality patient care.

Join IHA & Strengthen Your Practice

Don’t let credentialing, payer contracts, or claims issues slow you down. Partner with IHA and experience the ease of working with an organization dedicated to your success.

Independend Healthcare Associates
At IHA, partnership meets progress—join us and take your practice to the next level!

Contact us today at 605-444-8272 or email info@independentcare.org to learn more and get started!