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NaphCare, Inc., a leading correctional healthcare company, announced initiation of a multi-year contract with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office to provide proactive, preventative healthcare services in the county’s jail in the Tampa Bay region of Florida. “As custodians and the first line of care for inmates, it’s critical that we have a quality team of professionals in our jail ready to handle a variety of daily health needs. After an extensive search for a new medical provider, we are confident NaphCare will not only provide first class medical care, but also be equipped to deal with the increasing mental health needs of our inmate population,” said Sheriff Rick Wells of the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. Effective October 1, NaphCare began providing care for incarcerated individuals’ medical, mental health, dental, and pharmaceutical needs inside the Manatee County Jail. The Manatee County Jail houses approximately 1,100 individuals. “We are honored to partner with Sheriff Wells and his team to bring our advanced healthcare solutions and proactive care model to Manatee County’s incarcerated population, said Brad McLane, CEO of NaphCare. “Florida has been a key area of innovation and growth for NaphCare, and we are committed to working in collaboration with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office to improve the health and well-being of those we serve.” Read more at the link below.
Today, the Washoe County Detention Facility (WCDF), in collaboration with leading correctional healthcare company, NaphCare, Inc., was awarded the Pinnacle Award by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The NCCHC Pinnacle Award is the highest distinction in correctional health care, recognizing WCDF’s NCCHC accreditation across three distinct service areas, including jail health services, mental health services and opioid treatment programs (OTP). This marks only the third Pinnacle Award ever granted in the nation and highlights Washoe County's commitment to providing quality care within its detention facility in Reno, Nev. “It is an incredible honor to receive the National Commission on Correctional Health Care’s Pinnacle Award – and the third one ever granted in the nation,” Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam said. “The Sheriff’s Office places a high priority on the care of inmates in our custody. From mental health care to opioid treatment programs and Medication Assisted Treatment, the Sheriff’s Office has worked with our medical provider NaphCare to radically change the delivery of health care to those in our custody. Being recognized for the hard work our deputies, our civilian staff and our medical provider have put into improving outcomes for inmates is an exceptional moment and one which we will use to rededicate ourselves to continuing to provide the highest level of medical care to those in our custody.” Read more at the link below.
In collaboration with leading correctional healthcare company, NaphCare, Inc., the Middlesex County Office of Adult Corrections and Youth Services was awarded the Pinnacle Award by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The NCCHC Pinnacle Award is the highest honor in correctional health care and underscores Middlesex County’s dedication to high-quality care in its facilities. This is the second-ever Pinnacle Award in the nation and recognizes the County’s achievement of NCCHC accreditation in three separate service areas - jail health services, mental health services and opioid treatment programs (OTP). NCCHC accreditation indicates adherence to the highest nationally recognized standards of care in each category. Accreditation is granted after a rigorous survey by correctional health care experts who have been specially trained as surveyors to assess compliance with NCCHC’s nationally recognized standards on governance and administration; health promotion, safety, and disease prevention; personnel and training; ancillary health care services; patient care and treatment; special needs and services; and medical-legal issues. Read more at the link below.
Jeffrey Alvarez, MD, CCHP, Chief Medical Officer of NaphCare, Inc., a leading correctional healthcare company, received the Bernard P. Harrison Merit Award, the National Commission on Correctional Health Care’s (NCCHC) highest honor award. The award was presented to Dr. Alvarez during the 2024 National Conference on Correctional Health Care, hosted by NCCHC, in Las Vegas. This lifetime achievement award honors Dr. Alvarez as a leader and innovator who has enriched the correctional healthcare field. He is recognized for his longstanding contributions, exceptional leadership skills and participation in NCCHC programs. The award is a capstone to a career dedicated to quality correctional healthcare and is given to leaders within the correctional healthcare space. "Dr. Jeff Alvarez exemplifies the excellence and dedication that define the Bernard Harrison Award for lifetime achievement,” said Deborah Ross, CEO of the NCCHC. “His steadfast commitment to enhancing correctional health care, along with his pioneering work as a physician and his extensive service, has elevated standards in the field. Through his relentless efforts, he has not only improved the quality of care but also inspired many to pursue similar paths. We are profoundly grateful for his leadership and proud to present him with this esteemed award." Read more at the link below.
Leading correctional healthcare company, NaphCare, Inc. announced five presentations it will share at the upcoming National Conference on Correctional Health Care 2024, October 19-23 in Las Vegas. Hosted by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC), the conference is the largest exhibit in the correctional healthcare field, with more than 1,600 professionals in attendance. NaphCare’s expert-led sessions will equip participants with strategies to align with NCCHC standards and enhance the quality of health service delivery systems. Key topics include actionable strategies for risk and liability management, addressing industry staffing and retention challenges and leveraging business intelligence (BI) principles and data visualization tools to drive compliance and quality improvement in correctional healthcare. “This conference is an important platform for NaphCare to share some of the innovative solutions we have developed that are transforming healthcare in correctional facilities,” said Brad McLane, CEO of NaphCare. “We look forward to engaging with correctional healthcare leaders who share our commitment to advancing the quality and efficiency of health services in this critical field.” Read more at the link below.
Today, NaphCare, Inc., a leading correctional healthcare company, announced the 20th anniversary of TechCare, its ground-breaking electronic health record (EHR) specifically designed to manage patient populations in correctional settings. Recognizing that managing healthcare in correctional settings was different than hospital settings, NaphCare developed an innovative, corrections-specific EHR based on the workflows of a correctional facility. Launched in 2004, it was the first corrections-specific EHR and comprehensive medical management system, connecting clinical protocols to patient needs in compliance with national standards. TechCare tracks each patient's healthcare activities, creating standardized treatment processes with transparent reporting. The innovative technology also automates healthcare workflows, reducing administrative tasks to improve quality of care and enables onsite clinical teams to focus on what's most important – the patient. “Over two decades ago, I joined NaphCare as a software developer with a clear mission to build an EHR solution that would elevate patient care. This vision led to the creation of TechCare,” said Jason Douglas, Chief Technology Officer for NaphCare. “We’re proud to celebrate 20 years of improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency through TechCare, and we are excited for innovations that lie ahead for the industry.” Click the link below to read more.
In recognition of Mental Health Month, leading correctional healthcare company NaphCare, Inc. and the NaphCare Charitable Foundation, Inc. launched “Reframing Mental Health” – a patient mental health art initiative and exhibit aimed at advocating for awareness and addressing stigmas related to mental health. More than 50% of individuals in correctional institutions experience symptoms of mental illness. NaphCare aims to directly address this mental health crisis through evidence-based programming designed to stabilize patients and prepare individuals for a safe and healthy return to their communities. NaphCare has established specialized mental health units in jails across the United States. Patients from units in Forsyth County, N.C., Hillsborough County, Fla., Mesa County, Colo., and San Diego County, Calif., were invited to create original artwork around various mental health themes, including reducing the stigma of seeking mental health treatment, the representation of diversity within communities, and relevant demonstrations of positivity and inclusivity. Participants could select from an array of media – graphite pencils, charcoal, watercolors, and oil pastels – to design expressive artwork based on their own mental health experiences and representations. Individuals responded by creating art that depicts their daily challenges managing severe mental illness, resilience to navigate difficult times and hope for a brighter future. Read more at the link.
BIRMINGHAM, AL & MESA, AZ — The NaphCare Charitable Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the safety and wellbeing of communities through research, educational programs, and scholarship opportunities, today announced a donation of $20,000 to the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT). EVIT is a premier public trade school providing 50 career training programs to nearly 8,000 enrolled Phoenix-area adults and high school students at two central campuses in Mesa, Arizona. The contribution from the NaphCare Charitable Foundation will support EVIT’s Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN) programs by helping to fund the salaries of program instructors. In addition to certificate programs, EVIT began offering associates degree programs in surgical technology and nursing in 2024. Additional degree programs, as well as apprenticeships, are in development. “Aligned with our mission, we’re proud to support the expansion of the East Valley Institute of Technology’s incredible nursing programs,” said Brad Cain, CEO, NaphCare Charitable Foundation. “Developing new nursing talent is essential with the decrease in the nursing labor market. We welcome the opportunity to play a part in equipping students with the education and resources critical for their career.” Read more at the link.
Growing up, Brad McLane watched his father start NaphCare and build it into the hospital, correctional health care and software development company it is today. With offices and projects in 35 states around the country, and top-line revenue reaching nearly $1 billion, NaphCare has grown considerably since Jim McLane founded it in 1989. Before Brad McLane took over his father’s company, he started and led multiple nonprofit companies in public health and welfare. He also went on to earn a law degree from Georgetown University and was a public interest lawyer for the U.S. Department of Justice for nearly 10 years. Since becoming CEO of NaphCare, McLane has helped increase the company’s top-line revenue from $350 million to nearly $1 billion, which he believes they can surpass in 2024. The BBJ sat down with McLane to learn more about him and his plans for the future of NaphCare. Read more at the link.
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