Billing and Administration
Access our comprehensive directory of articles on Billing and Administration for EMS professionals. This collection covers essential topics such as billing practices, reimbursement procedures, and effective administration strategies to streamline operations. Understanding the complexities of EMS billing and administration is crucial for maintaining financial health and ensuring compliance with regulations. For more related content, explore our resources on Regulatory Compliance. Stay informed and improve your administrative skills to support the success of your EMS organization.
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A majority of first responder agencies lack necessary funds for purchasing equipment and technology
The bonuses would be funded through relief dollars included in the American Rescue Plan that was signed into law in March
Spirit Medical Transport, LLC, hopes the incentive will encourage more people to join its summer EMT course as staffing shortages continue
Former Belen Fire Chief Bret Ruff said he had put the transfer of his license from Nevada to New Mexico 鈥渙n the back burner鈥�
EMS officials testified before state legislative committees saying medics are going underpaid and the system is at risk of collapse
A newly released report shows only three vacancies at the department, down from a high of 21 in 2020
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said the smaller station will save the city millions compared to the cost of building a full-size fire station
Some companies have left the city due to staffing issues that the remaining services say come down to unsustainable reimbursement rates
The Victorville Fire Department鈥檚 Station 315 was built in 2009 but never fully opened due to monetary issues, officials said
The Decatur Ambulance Regulatory Board meeting Tuesday included lawsuit threats, complaints and a dispute over a heart monitor battery
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Under the contract, Falck will be fined $5,000 every time an ambulance takes longer than 24 minutes to arrive at an emergency
Commissioners debated how much funding to allocate to the program, which dispatches a paramedic and social worker to some calls
Investing, in your mind, health or a hobby, can compound the benefit of a bonus on you, your family and others
Letters distributed to eight other municipalities said an 鈥渦nfair burden鈥� has been placed on the Warren Fire Department to respond outside the city
The waiver is retroactive to March 1, 2020 and allows for reimbursement when patients aren鈥檛 transported due to community-wide COVID-19 protocols
As prices soar on gas, lumber and consumer goods, EMS cannot follow market forces to increase prices for our services
The bonuses will go to more than 170,000 firefighters, EMS providers and police officers across the state
East Hampton Ambulance Association says it has lost 10 members over the last year, and nearly 30 have reduced their hours
Pat Scarcella, an ER nurse, said an ambulance from another county was the only one available despite the hospital being less than half a mile away
Shrewsbury Township currently relies on the New Jersey State Police to respond to its emergency calls
Jerry Brant, a senior grant consultant for Lexipol, wrote an op-ed urging support for upcoming ballot initiatives impacting public safety
The state legislature is scheduled to make a final vote on the budget on Friday
Richmond Ambulance Authority officials said the cuts would impact the agency鈥檚 ability to recruit and retain essential personnel
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Nearly 200 people spoke either for or against the switch from AMR to Falck ahead of the long-awaited vote
If passed, the legislation would extend the 2% urban, 3% rural and the super rural bonus payment for five years
A long-awaited vote to decide whether the city will switch from American Medical Response to Falck is scheduled for Tuesday
Federal investigators alleged Rural/Metro Corporation collected improper reimbursements over a seven-year period
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