Risk Management

HPL has programs in place to ensure the implementation of best practices and the reduction of liability exposure in inmate and work-related lawsuits. Our services include:

Strict reviews of facility physician hiring and immediate training.
Regular meetings with facilities to discuss operational and legal concerns.
Regular audit reviews of facility healthcare operations to ensure compliance with policies.
Annual policy, procedure and clinical protocol review and revision to comply with evolving correctional standards.
Continuing Medical Education (CME) incentives for our healthcare providers.
Reporting and review of all incidents of suicide, serious injury and death.
Training and education in compliance with federal and state privacy laws including HIPAA.
Risk management and employee safety training to ensure reduced liability.
Legal review and monitoring of inmate litigation including medical malpractice and civil rights claims.

“We know the inmates are getting the proper medical attention. HPL helps us maintain our accreditation. We’ve seen a better level of care provided overall.”