Newton County, Georgia Selects Armor Health For $4 Million Correctional Health Care Contract

On August 1, 2026, Armor Health started a correctional health care contract with Newton County, Georgia. The initial one-year term, valued at $4.0 million, is followed by four optional one-year renewals. The contract was previously held by NaphCare.

Armor Health will provide medical services for up to 650 inmates at the Newton County Sheriff's Office Jail in Covington, Georgia. The company is responsible for providing comprehensive health care services to inmates, which may include medical assessments, treatment of illnesses and injuries, mental health services, medication management, and emergency care. The contract calls for Armor Health to . . .