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Inmate Medical Care Policies at Holmes County Jail
This document outlines the medical care procedures for inmates at the Holmes County Jail, including physical exam requirements, prescription policies, and the process for billing inmates for medical services.
Read the full story at HolmescosheriffWhy It Matters
Inmates at the Holmes County Jail are responsible for the costs of their medical care, and the facility is authorized to place s on inmate accounts for unpaid medical expenses.
Key Facts
- Inmates receive a physical exam from a nurse within 14 days of being booked into the jail.
- The jail is authorized by Florida State Statute 951.032(1)(a) to seek reimbursement from inmates for medical care, treatment, hospitalization, and transportation.
- Inmates are charged fees for requested medical services, including doctor visits, hospital stays, and medications.
- Necessary medical care for serious health needs cannot be denied due to an inmate's inability to pay.
- If medical charges cause an inmate's account balance to drop below $0, the debt appears as a lien on the account.
- Families may bring prescriptions to the jail for inmates, provided they are not classified as controlled substances.
- Emergency medical services are provided to inmates as requested or required.
- Medical staff at the jail are licensed and certified professionals.
Who's Mentioned
other32425“Zip code for the Sheriff's Office.”other911“Emergency contact number.”otherFlorida State Statute 951.032(1)(a)“The legal authority for the jail to seek reimbursement from prisoners for medica”location1173 E HIGHWAY 90“Physical address of the Sheriff's Office.”locationBONIFAY, FLORIDA“City where the Sheriff's Office is located.”otherFlorida Model Jail Standards“The regulatory framework the jail adheres to for medical staffing.”organizationHolmes County Sheriff's Office“The governing body responsible for the jail and medical policies.”other8203“Part of the address/phone context.”