County hears proposal for community paramedicine pilot; presentation set for Feb. 19

Feb 2, 2026

Keith Wangerin told commissioners that a company has expressed interest in a community paramedicine pilot for Smith County, that grant funding may be available, and that a presentation is scheduled Feb. 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.; he estimated a 1.5-year timeline if funded.

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Keith Wangerin briefed the commissioners on Feb. 2 about a potential community paramedicine pilot that would allow EMS clinicians to provide primary and preventive care without transporting patients to an emergency department.

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