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Oregon Department of Corrections unveils Falcon Group findings and steps to modernize inmate health care
Summary
DOC Director Mike Rees and Assistant Director Kevin Bevenkamp told lawmakers an outside Falcon Group assessment found antiquated infirmaries, an aging high‑acuity in‑custody population, lack of an electronic health record (EHR) and staffing shortages; DOC plans an EHR launch Nov. 4 at OSP and a phased implementation tied to a December rollout plan.
Oregon Department of Corrections Director Mike Rees and Assistant Director Kevin Bevenkamp briefed the joint Judiciary committees on a comprehensive assessment by the Falcon Group and DOC’s implementation priorities for health services.
Rees summarized how internal complaints and an independent investigation in 2024 led DOC to engage Falcon for a statewide assessment. Falcon identified several systemic challenges: antiquated infirmaries (notably the Oregon State Penitentiary, OSP), an aging in‑custody population with higher acuity needs (over 1,000…
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