IHS: Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) Fiscal Year 2026 Threshold

Federal Register

Mar 12, 2026

Notice of final rule from the Indian Health Service (IHS) announcing the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) threshold for fiscal year 2026. The purpose of the CHEF is to meet the extraordinary medical costs associated with the treatment of victims of disasters or catastrophic illnesses who are within the responsibility of IHS.

Emergency preparedness and response · Health conditions · Healthcare business and finance · Legislation and regulations · Reimbursement and payment models · Tribal communities