Medication management is one of the most complex ad risk-sensitive workflows in healthcare, particularly in correctional and juvenile settings. High patient turnover, frequent transitions of care, and strict regulatory oversight create an environment where fragmented systems and manual handoffs can quickly lead to errors, delays, and compliance challenges. To address these realities, agencies are increasingly […]
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The release of the NCCHC 2026 Standards for Health Services reflects the continued maturation of regulatory expectations in correctional healthcare. While the updates build on existing principles, they reinforce a clear directive: healthcare organizations must operate within frameworks that support consistent, accountable, and well-documented care delivery at all times. The 2026 standards place greater emphasis […]
As 2025 comes to a close, correctional healthcare leaders are taking stock of a year shaped by rising acuity, staffing pressure, and increased regulatory scrutiny. Industry reporting, including Correctional News’ 2025 correctional trends review, made one thing clear: healthcare delivery in secure environments depends on technology that is built for accountability, continuity, and real-world constraints. […]
The healthcare landscape is in constant motion, and the technology that underpins it is evolving at an even more rapid pace. For those of us in the health tech space, particularly when it comes to electronic health records (EHRs) and medication management, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just really, really important. It’s 100% necessary […]
As most pharmacists likely know, the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) is a critical piece of legislation designed to ensure that every prescription drug that reaches a patient has been verified as safe, authentic, and uncompromised. The DSCSA is federal law: Non-compliance can lead to severe consequences, including substantial fines, suspension or revocation of […]
The U.S. Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) mandates that pharmacies must have a system in place to track and trace prescription drugs as they move through the supply chain. Those who don’t maintain DSCSA compliance may be subject to fines, product seizures, and other liabilities. To help you navigate and comply with DSCSA compliance requirements, […]
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) is reshaping the pharmaceutical supply chain by demanding increased transparency and traceability. For pharmacies and dispensers, understanding and adapting to these evolving mandates is crucial for ensuring patient safety and maintaining regulatory compliance. This post explores the key aspects of DSCSA compliance and the challenges pharmacies face in […]
The quality of healthcare within correctional facilities is a critical issue with significant implications. Incarcerated individuals often have complex health needs, and providing adequate care is not only a matter of human rights but also crucial for public safety. Poor health outcomes within jails can lead to increased costs, legal challenges, and a higher likelihood […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors, and its impact is now being felt within the criminal justice system. Ryan Cameron, a human services professional and academic with extensive corrections experience, highlighted this in a recent article he wrote for the American Correctional Association’s Corrections Today magazine, arguing that AI has the potential to […]
The Medicaid Reentry Section 1115 Demonstration Opportunity, launched in 2023 by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), marks a significant shift in how we approach healthcare for individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. As a health IT vendor specializing in correctional healthcare services technology, Fusion sees this initiative (sometimes referred to […]