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Oregon DOC outlines geriatric care push as older justice‑involved population grows
Summary
Oregon Department of Corrections officials told the Senate panel that people aged 55+ are an increasing share of incarcerated populations, DOC implemented an electronic health record pilot and is planning staffing and facility changes to address mobility, ADA and chronic care needs.
Assistant Director Kevin Bovekamp, representing the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) health services, told the Senate committee that an aging correctional population is stressing facilities and medical services and that DOC is tackling four immediate priorities: clear specialty appointment backlogs, implement an electronic health record (EHR) system, strengthen quality improvement and adjust health services structure and staffing.
Bovekamp said the proportion of people aged 55 and older in…
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