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Does Medicare Cover Non-Emergency Transportation?
When a patient needs help getting to the hospital or requires transportation for other medical services, they might be concerned about the availability of insurance coverage. When it comes to Medicare, what is and isn’t covered can be confusing, particularly when it...
Heart Problems Increase After Stroke
When you think of the consequences of a stroke, you may not consider heart issues. But, recent studies suggest that heart problems and stoke could go hand in hand. Specifically, the risk of cardiac problems increases significantly in patients just after a stroke,...
What You Need to Know When You Call 911
When you hear or see the term “First Responder,” what does it mean? The truth is that this is a broad term, and the definition might change depending on where you live. But these professionals provide a vital service to people who need immediate care. First Responder...
MedTrust – Using Top-Rated Equipment
EMS providers placed in charge of transporting patients by ambulance need not only the best training but also top-rated equipment. Responding timely to requests for transport is only a part of the equation. The other half is having the right tools to sustain and save...
Telemedicine Assists Stroke Victims in the Field
Stroke is the number one cause of long-term disability and has become a priority among medical professionals in an effort to improve outcomes.
The Overhaul of Education Standards for EMTs
Established in 2009, the National EMS Education Standards have been the guide for the initial training of EMS clinicians for more than ten years. This guide was created to establish a proficiency baseline across a broad range of topics for students who are training...