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Healthcare in Indiana

Indiana's healthcare system is centered on Indianapolis, home to the Indiana University Health system, the state's largest healthcare network. IU Health Methodist Hospital and Riley Hospital for Children are the state's flagship facilities, providing tertiary and quaternary care for the region. With approximately 16,600 active physicians and a per capita rate of 243 per 100,000, Indiana falls below the national average. The state has two medical schools: Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the largest in the country with nine regional campuses statewide, and Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Despite IU School of Medicine's size, the state struggles to retain graduates, particularly in rural areas. Southern Indiana and many rural counties face significant physician shortages, especially in primary care and mental health. The state's major health systems including IU Health, Ascension St. Vincent, and Community Health Network have invested in telehealth and mobile health services to extend their reach. Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend serve as regional healthcare hubs. Indiana has expanded Medicaid through its HIP 2.0 program, which includes unique consumer-directed features. The state's manufacturing workforce creates notable demand for occupational medicine and orthopedic care.