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Thanks to EMSIntel.org, the American Ambulance Association and AIMHI are actively tracking and archiving local and national news reports related to EMS.

These reports are tagged and categorized by theme of the report.

Since January 2021, we have tagged 4,120 news reports, with 77.8% citing funding and staffing challenges, and 90.3% of the local and national news reports about EMS cite funding, staffing or response time challenges.

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News Items

Wake County (NC) ambulances to silence sirens, turn off lights for most 911 calls

Another well-respected EMS system flipping of the RLS switch for most EMS responses. This is a growing national trend, using evidence-based research to tailor responses based on medical director approved, quality […]

October 28, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐇𝐓𝐏 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬

Special thanks to EMS1 for sharing this information as the RHTP grant deadline approaches.———–𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐇𝐓𝐏 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬How EMS agencies can work with states to obtain Rural Health Transformation […]

October 17, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

Sterling Heights launches first-of-its-kind EMS program to improve emergency response times

It’s encouraging to see more communities transforming their EMS delivery systems using evidence-based research. While the concept of triaging 911 EMS requests based on effective emergency medical dispatch (EMD) processes, […]

October 9, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

Ambulance triage is a ‘game-changer’ – paramedic

We often look to EMS systems ‘across the pond’ for innovations. This one seems to make a lot of sense! We just need an economic model that supports NOT sending an […]

September 26, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

How Health Systems Are Turning Living Rooms Into Hospital Rooms

This recent article (excerpted below for length) explains that the Hospital At Home model is an innovation that seems to be demonstrating value for America’s healthcare system. Under the CMS […]

September 26, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

More hospitals to face high readmission penalties in fiscal 2026

Readmission prevention continues to be a valuable offering by EMS-Based MIH programs. This recent news may spur even more interest, especially considering the likelihood of additional financial pressures on hospitals […]

September 26, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

(NC) County launches new paramedic dispatch program

This is an example of the types of EMS delivery transformations that communities are considering to enhance clinical proficiency, improve operational effectiveness, and increase fiscal efficiency in EMS delivery. The […]

September 26, 2025 | Matt Zavadsky

The true cost of a 911 call: Breaking down EMS economics

With shifting legislation and rising costs, EMS leaders must master the art of financial transparency. This article in EMS1 explores the financial dynamics of ambulance services, including revenue models, […]

July 25, 2025 | 125060pwpadmin

The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’: What EMS leaders must know now

From shrinking Medicaid rolls to rural hospital closures, the 870-page “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) could shake EMS to its core. This article in EMS1.com highlights the 7 key takeaways […]

July 23, 2025 | 125060pwpadmin

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Potential Impacts on EMS: A Wake-Up Call for Financial Sustainability

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Potential Impacts on EMS: A Wake-Up Call for Financial Sustainability The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has the potential to cause a seismic […]

July 18, 2025 | 125060pwpadmin

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