Lehigh County reaches deal with medical company for care for inmates

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Lehigh County Board of Commissioners have approved a non-bid, professional services agreement with a Harrisburg medical provider for its department of corrections.

PrimeCare Medical Inc. will provide comprehensive medical, dental, medical assisted treatment and mental health and related services to the inmate/patient population in the custody and control of the department.

The four-year contract, which runs Aug. 1 through July 31, 2029, will cost the county $34.67 million and be paid in monthly installments…

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