We are able to transport patients who require the least invasive treatment to the most invasive treatment during a medical transport. We are equipped to handle patients who require bariatric stretchers, IV pumps, oxygen, EKG, or vent service.
There are a number of factors to determine the specific fee for a non-emergency transport, such as the mileage traveled, and Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) needs. You are advised to check with your insurance provider to determine your patient responsibility based on your individual coverage.
Medicare must first determine that your ambulance transport is deemed medically necessary. Non-emergency transports are deemed medically necessary when another mode of transportation (i.e., private car, ride-sharing service) would endanger a patient medically during transport. If the transport is deemed medically necessary and meets Medicare criteria then the patient is responsible for 20% of the Medicare allowed amount. We accept the allowable amount that Medicare pays as full payment for service.
Yes, First Choice is able to process self-pay payments and requires payment prior to transport service. Please call us to inquire about rates and payment options for proposed services.
First Choice is able to provide reoccurring ambulance transports for appointments (such as, dialysis treatments, oncology treatments, wound care). This type of transport if considered a “medical transfer” and medical necessity is required by Medicare, Medicaid, and all insurance providers.
Yes, we are able to provide transportation to the emergency room. First Choice is also able to provide ambulance transport for a patient who is returning home from a hospitalization.
Yes, First Choice travels to all 50 contingent states for ambulance transports.
Yes, we operate transport services 24 hours, 7 days a week depending on availability. We request that you call our office to schedule service as soon as you are aware of your transportation needs.
It is best for you to contact your insurance provider to determine what non-emergency services you are eligible to receive based on medical necessity.
Please contact us if you are interested in arranging contracted services with your facility. We have long-standing relationships with nursing home facilities, hospitals, and medical treatment facilities.
