AGENDA DATE: 4/5/2023
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Consideration of Permit Approval for Area Private Emergency Medical Services Agencies
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Consider approval of permits for the operation of private Emergency Medical Services by two private agencies providing non-emergency medical transport services.
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Richardson, Henry, Rosenberg, Farley, Eggleston, Mezzoni
PRESENTER (S): N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: Pursuant to Virginia Code ? 32.1-111.14, the Board is authorized to grant permits to emergency medical services agencies (EMS agencies) to allow such agencies to provide medical services within Albemarle County. Permits for commercial EMS agencies, as distinguished from volunteer companies in the Coordinated Fire and Rescue System (Coordinated System), are not contemplated in the cost recovery framework addressed in County Code Section 6-502. A permit granted by the Board pursuant to Virginia Code ? 32.1-111.14 for private EMS agencies would allow these agencies to provide services to residents of Albemarle County that are not routinely provided by ACFR and the Coordinated System. Further, a permit granted by the Board is required for these agencies in their regulatory compliance with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS).
STRATEGIC PLAN: Mission - To enhance the well-being and quality of life for all community members through the provision of the of the highest level of public service consistent with the prudent use of public funds.
DISCUSSION: In Fall 2022, two private EMS agencies reached out to County staff to inquire about obtaining a permit so that they might station ambulances in Albemarle County to provide non-emergency transport services in response to calls within the County. Non-emergency medical transport (NEMT) is non-urgent, medically supported transport that is generally pre-scheduled. NEM...
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