Dionne Hart, MD, Joins NCCHC Board of Representatives
Dr. Hart serves as the American Medical Association’s liaison to the NCCHC board.
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC supports bipartisan bill to allow incarcerated to get addiction treatment covered by Medicaid starting 30 days before release
The bill, “The Medicaid Reentry Act,” will be introduced Wednesday in the Senate. The bipartisan measure, coauthored by Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), would create
Feb 10, 2021
NCCHC Unveils Free Virtual Conference on Correctional Health Care
Spring Conference 2021 open to all online April 27-28
Feb 8, 2021
NCCHC Foundation Board of Trustees Welcomes Three New Members, Elects New Chair
Brenda Fields RN, Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, and Dr. Joseph Penn Join the Board. Dr. Sharen Barboza elected chair.
Jan 28, 2021
Move from Crisis to Confidence
Jails across the country face many similar problems. Inexperienced or limited staff, lack of funding, lack of resources, and a population with chronic undertreated
Jan 25, 2021
Corizon Gift Supports Workforce Diversity
Corizon Health’s gift to the NCCHC Foundation provides conference scholarships for HBCU students interested in correctional health.
Apr 7, 2026
The Promise and Peril of AI
“As a field, we have both an opportunity and a responsibility to thoughtfully explore how these technologies can advance our mission and improve the
Apr 7, 2026
New NCCHC Surveyors Ready to Hit the Field
NCCHC welcomes six new surveyors and has opportunities for more.
Apr 2, 2026
Vaccines in Correctional Health: Protecting Patients and Communities
The NCCHC standards support vaccines as a key link in disease prevention and containment.
Mar 30, 2026
The Future Starts Here: Honoring Physicians Who Transform Correctional Health Care
Correctional physicians are leaders on the front lines of public health.
Mar 27, 2026
On-Demand CCHP Exam Prep Webinar Available On Demand
This session delivers both content mastery and practical test-taking insights.
Mar 19, 2026
NCCHC Announces Promotions Within the Accreditation Team
Strong accreditation programs depend on experienced professionals who understand both the standards and the real-world challenges correctional facilities face every day. With that in
