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Fire department reports revenue gains, ambulance updates and MIH results; cites SB 245 impact
Summary
Laconia Fire Department reported improved EMS billing revenue, new and used ambulance acquisitions, and success from its Winnipesaukee Mobile Health (MIH) program; staff said in‑network status under SB 245 may allow modest local rate adjustments that could yield roughly $46,000.
Fire Chief Joubert and Deputy Chief Scott Lewandowski briefed the council on EMS billing, fleet status and the Winnipesaukee Mobile Health (MIH) community paramedicine program.
Deputy Chief Scott Lewandowski told the council the department collected just over $1,000,001 for EMS billing in 2025 and has seen year‑over‑year improvements, including a roughly 35.9% increase in the most recent year and an 83% increase compared with a five‑year average. He said Medicare is the largest payer (about 50%), Medicaid accounts for roughly 18% and commercial…
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