The Office of Health Services provides the required constitutional level of healthcare in the most efficient, cost-effective, and humane manner possible, while protecting the public health interests of the citizens of Georgia.
- Utilization Management coordinates medical services 24/7
- Medical Reprieve submission to Board of Pardons & Paroles
- Conduct clinical audits of all major facilities
- Develop and maintain Clinical Policy and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Risk management
- Evaluate, treat, and stabilize mentally ill offenders 24/7
- Partner with mental health diversion and reentry programs
- Integrate mental health and substance abuse treatment
- Integrate behavioral medicine with primary care delivery
- Monitor policies, procedures and mental health care delivery
- Provide for access to dental care by licensed dentists and hygienists as summarized in the department's SOPs
- Provide referrals for Oral Surgery specialty services, when indicated
- Maintain accurate statistical data on dental health services provided and pending appointment
- Collaborate with physical and mental health leadership and providers to ensure continuity of care
- Update and maintain dental related policies and SOPs, ensuring all practitioners are adequately informed
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