NCCHC is not aware of such practice. The standard on Continuity of Care (E-12) requires that when an inmate returns from an emergency room visit (or hospital stay), the physician sees the patient, reviews the discharge orders and issues follow-up orders as clinically indicated. You should consult with legal counsel to check for local statute or regulation that may impact on this issue.
— From CorrectCare Volume 27, Issue 1, Winter 2013