Our Duty to Treat Opioid Use Disorder in Corrections
By Brent Gibson, MD, MPH, CCHP-P Chief Health Officer, NCCHC On June 22, NCCHC held an incredible webinar with national experts on the treatment
Jun 24, 2020
A Moment for Corrections in Pride Month
As Pride Month draws to a close, NCCHC seeks to highlight the intersection of the challenges of people of color, LGBTQ people, and the
Jun 23, 2020
NCCHC Correctional Mental Health Conference Goes Virtual
Annual conference will take place virtually on July 20-21, with sessions available for on-demand viewing through September 3.
Jun 12, 2020
NCCHC Calls for Equality for All
NCCHC supports all who seek to make our justice system more just, more fair, and more inclusive.
Jun 9, 2020
A Major Step Forward for Opioid Treatment in Corrections
By Brent Gibson, MD, MPH, CCHP-P Managing Director, NCCHC Resources, Inc. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 24% to 36%
Jun 4, 2020
NCCHC Accreditation Demonstrates “Substantial Evidence of Adequate Medical Care”
On May 30, U.S. District Court Judge Lynn Winmill ordered an end to the case of Balla, et al. v. Idaho State Board of
Jan 29, 2026
In Memorium: Douglas Mack, MD, MPH
Former Board Chair, member of the NCCHC Board of Directors for nearly 30 years
Jan 23, 2026
NCCHC Presenters Share Complexities of Personality Disorders in Corrections
Challenges include nonsuicidal self-injury, aggression, and isolated confinement.
Jan 22, 2026
Time Running Out to Test Before the New Standards are Required
The exam deadline is Feb 24 to test for CCHP, CCHP-RN, or CCHP-CP under the 2018 Standards,
Jan 21, 2026
CEO Deborah Ross Receives Industry Award
The award recognizes special efforts or contributions, innovative, and leadership.
Jan 15, 2026
New CCHP-N Certification Program Expands Specialty Certification to Include All Licensed Nurses
The National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) Governance Board has voted to expand the CCHP-RN specialty certification program to include all licensed nurses.
Jan 14, 2026
Revised Position Statements Support Women, Pregnant People
The Governance Board approved position statements that address care for women and pregnant people.
