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Chippewa County approves switch to ATC for inmate health care to cut costs
Summary
The committee authorized switching inmate medical services from ACH to ATC Around the Clock Healthcare Services beginning Feb. 1, 2026, citing an estimated $150,000 annual savings and an annual contract cost of $539,552.
County sheriff administration presented a proposal to transition inmate medical services from ACH to ATC Around the Clock Healthcare Services, starting Feb. 1, 2026, and canceling the ACH contract effective the same date.
Officials said the switch would provide comparable services at lower cost, estimating about $150,000 in annual savings and an annual ATC contract amount of $539,552. The committee voted to authorize ATC (Option 2) and cancel the ACH contract; the motion was moved by Commissioner Damon Lieurance, supported by Commissioner Jim Martin and carried on a voice vote.
Why it matters: Jail medical contracts are a significant recurring expense and changes can affect continuity of care and costs. The county indicated the transition is planned to begin in January with ATC starting Feb. 1, 2026, though operational details such as provider onboarding and continuity-of-care procedures were not specified in the minutes.
Next steps: The contract transition was authorized; Sheriff's Administration will implement the switch and manage cancellation of the ACH contract to take effect Feb. 1, 2026.
