The startup operates a diagnostic lab that provides laboratory tests for diseases such as cardiovascular conditions, cancer, diabetes, substance abuse, and COVID-19. By delivering accurate test results, the company enables patients to receive appropriate treatments based on reliable diagnostic data.
Funding
$3.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals, particularly those in underserved communities, face barriers to accessing affordable and transparent laboratory testing, leading to delayed or forgone medical care. This can result in delayed diagnoses, inadequate treatment, and poorer health outcomes for diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and infectious diseases.
Solution
Tribal Diagnostics is a full-service, CAP-accredited clinical laboratory that provides accessible and affordable diagnostic testing services, with a focus on serving underserved communities, including Native American populations. The laboratory offers a wide range of tests, including those for diabetes, heart disease, substance abuse, and infectious diseases, at transparent, Medicare-like rates. By partnering with a broad network of insurance carriers and offering alternative pricing for uninsured patients, Tribal Diagnostics ensures that individuals have access to the diagnostic information needed for informed healthcare decisions. The company also provides personalized service, easy access to test results through an online patient portal, and EMR interface capabilities for providers.
Target Audience
Tribal Diagnostics serves healthcare providers, including physicians, clinics, and hospitals, with a special focus on Indian Health Service, Tribal, and Urban Indian Organization (I/T/U) facilities, as well as individual patients seeking affordable and accessible laboratory testing.
Features
- Comprehensive test menu with over 1,000 tests covering a wide range of health needs, including diabetes, heart disease, infectious diseases, and substance abuse
- Transparent and affordable pricing, with Medicare-like rates and alternative pricing options for uninsured patients
- In-network with most national insurance plans, ensuring broad access for insured individuals
- Secure online patient portal for easy access to test results
- EMR interface capabilities for seamless integration with provider systems
- Dedicated fleet vehicles for quick and secure transport of patient samples across Texas and Oklahoma
- Culturally sensitive approach, with a focus on serving Native American communities and protecting tribal sovereignty
- Wide geographic reach, serving healthcare providers and facilities across multiple states
- Financial hardship assistance program for patients facing financial difficulties
- Easy access to resources such as blood draw collection guides, molecular collection guides, and sample transport instructions