FMC Rochester
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Administrative
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- 1984
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FMC Rochester Inmate Communication Overview
Federal Medical Center Rochester is an administrative-security federal prison in Olmsted County, Minnesota, that functions as a psychiatric and medical referral center for the Bureau of Prisons. The building previously served as a state mental hospital before being converted for federal use in the 1980s, and it now houses male inmates who need ongoing medical or mental health treatment beyond what a standard institution can offer.
Because FMC Rochester serves a medical and psychiatric population, communication routines can look a little different than at a typical federal prison. CorrLinks still provides electronic messaging through TRULINCS, and the inmate must initiate or approve contact before messages can be exchanged. Some inmates may have limited access to the messaging terminals depending on their treatment plan, so families should be patient if replies take longer than expected. Phone calls run through ConnectNetwork, the standard BOP calling platform.
FMC Rochester does not offer remote video visitation. In-person visits are available and follow standard BOP visiting rules, though it's worth checking ahead of a planned trip in case medical appointments affect scheduling for a specific day. A visitor application and background review are required before a visit can be arranged.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
2110 East Center Street, Rochester, MN 55904
Main Phone
(507) 287-0674
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at FMC Rochester.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: CorrLinks
Available, though response times may vary with an inmate's treatment schedule.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Remote video visitation is not available at FMC Rochester.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photos by mail only, subject to BOP content restrictions.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Inmate-initiated calls through the standard BOP phone system.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Trust fund deposits via ConnectNetwork or the BOP money order process.
Communication Providers at FMC Rochester
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
CorrLinks
Federal messaging via TRULINCS/CorrLinks. Response times can vary depending on an inmate's medical or psychiatric treatment schedule.
View CorrLinks ServicesConnectNetwork
BOP phone system and trust fund deposits, available to the medical and psychiatric inmate population.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FMC Rochester
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation. Create your account first, then wait for the inmate's invitation.
- FMC Rochester is a medical and psychiatric referral center, so messaging and call frequency can vary with treatment schedules.
- Remote video visitation is not available. In-person visits require an approved visitor application in advance.
- All BOP communications are monitored under standard Bureau of Prisons policy.
- Phone and commissary accounts are funded separately through ConnectNetwork.
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Frequently Asked Questions — FMC Rochester
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I start messaging someone at FMC Rochester?
- Create a free account at corrlinks.com. You cannot message first. The inmate must send you an invitation from the TRULINCS terminal or approve a request you submit through the system. Treatment schedules can sometimes slow down response times.
- How do phone calls work at FMC Rochester?
- Phone calls use ConnectNetwork. Create an account at connectnetwork.com and add funds tied to your phone number. The inmate calls you directly, subject to facility scheduling.
- Why is FMC Rochester different from a standard federal prison?
- FMC Rochester is a Federal Medical Center that treats inmates with significant medical or psychiatric needs. Day-to-day routines, including messaging and phone access, can be affected by an individual's treatment plan.
- Can I visit someone at FMC Rochester in person?
- Yes. You must submit a visitor application and pass a background review before being added to the approved visitor list. Confirm visiting availability ahead of your trip, since medical appointments can occasionally affect scheduling.
- How do I send money to an FMC Rochester inmate?
- Deposits go through ConnectNetwork at connectnetwork.com, or by mail using the BOP lockbox instructions at bop.gov. Western Union Quick Collect and MoneyGram are also accepted, with processing typically taking one to three business days.
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