RANDOLPH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Section 12 - Health Services

12.1 – Medical Requests

• All non-emergency medical or dental needs must be submitted through the kiosk as a medical request.

• Routine issues are handled during sick call by the medical nurse.

• Emergencies are addressed immediately without a written request.

12.2 – Sick Call / Medical Provider

• Medical services are provided by Southern Health Partners via contract services.

• Sick call is typically held Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).

• Detainees must submit a request form to be placed on sick call.

12.3 – Outside Medical Care

• Detainees may arrange for an outside physician or specialist at their own expense.

• Visits must occur at the facility.

12.4 – Medication Rules

• All prescribed medication is managed by medical staff and distributed at scheduled times.

• Medications cannot be stored in cells unless approved.

• Sharing or hoarding medication is prohibited and may result in discipline or prosecution.

12.5 – Medical Cost Recovery

• The facility may seek reimbursement through the courts for medical expenses incurred during incarceration.

12.6 – Financial Responsibility

• Detainees are responsible for medical costs incurred while in custody.

• Unpaid balances may be collected upon release.

12.7 – Access to Care

• Medical care will not be denied due to inability to pay.

12.8 – Co-Pays

• Co-pays are charged in addition to medical costs and deducted from commissary accounts.

• Lack of funds will not prevent access to medical services.