A study by researchers examined the impact of accreditation in U.S. correctional facilities, revealing that accredited jails experienced better healthcare collaboration, decreased mortality rates, and cost savings. The researchers conducted a randomized trial involving 44 jails over four years, dividing them into treatment and control groups based on subsidy offerings for accreditation costs. The study highlighted considerable disparities between healthcare access in jails and hospitals, underscoring the importance of accreditation in providing higher quality care to incarcerated individuals.
Incarcerated people’s healthcare rights differ significantly from the general population, often receiving care that, while constitutionally guaranteed, is not sufficiently adequate.
Accredited jails showed improved healthcare delivery standards and reduced death rates, demonstrating that proper accreditation systems can lead to significant advancements in correctional healthcare.
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