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 […]
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In correctional facilities, the well-being of incarcerated individuals hinges on effective collaboration between healthcare and custody staff. But sharing critical health information while maintaining privacy and security can be a delicate balancing act. Modern correctional EHR systems are stepping up to bridge this gap, acting as a central hub for seamless communication and information exchange […]
Picture this scenario. You work for a correctional facility, and your team is attempting to implement a general, one-size-fits-all EHR system—it seemed like the best option at the time as you considered choosing a specialized EHR vs. a general EHR. Your findings? The rigid workflows in that system clash with established security protocols at your […]
In the world of juvenile justice, it’s often hard for the youth in these facilities to get the healthcare they need. Let’s imagine Sarah, a 16-year-old girl who had a health problem that no one noticed when she first went into custody. Because there was no record of her medical history, Sarah had a tough […]