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City highlights community paramedicine program after award; staff say visits cut 911 calls by 78% for referred clients
Summary
Surprise firefighters and paramedics described the city’s community paramedicine program to council and reported that among 271 referred clients the program reduced 911 calls by more than 78%; council and staff acknowledged a recent award and partnership funding to support the program.
Surprise presented details April 15 about its community paramedicine program, which arranges scheduled home visits with vulnerable residents to connect them with health and social services and to reduce avoidable 911 reliance.
Deputy Chief Rivera told council the program conducts home visits to collect vital signs, review medications, assess safety hazards and connect…
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