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Regional EMS contract talk: AMR proposes steep per-ride increases if readiness fee not paid
Summary
Council members and EMS 2 representatives reported that AMR proposed a roughly 53% per-ride increase for ambulance transports absent a readiness fee; alternatives include paying a readiness fee shared among jurisdictions to stabilize per-ride costs. No formal council action was taken; staff will follow up in a special meeting.
Representatives of EMS 2 reported to the council Oct. 20 about contract negotiations with American Medical Response (AMR). The presenter said Vancouver’s exit from the joint contract means AMR proposed a substantial increase in per-transport fees if no readiness fee is paid. Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) transport rates the presenter cited are about $18.83; AMR’s…
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