Lucas County approves new jail medical provider after previous contractor issues

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – Lucas County commissioners unanimously approved a six-month agreement with Armor Health to provide medical services at the county jail, starting July 1 and running through December at a cost of about $2.4 million.

The county can renew the deal for three one-year terms, with costs increasing each year. The contract would cost $4,983,653 in 2027, $5,186,327 in 2028 and $5,399,120 in 2029.

The decision follows the county’s move to end its contract with VitalCore Health Strategies after staffing shortages and first-year costs climbed to around $5.5 million…

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