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County hears proposal for community paramedicine pilot; presentation set for Feb. 19
Summary
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.
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.
Wangerin said a company has expressed interest in piloting the program in Smith County and that grant funding might be available; he estimated an approximate timeline of 1.5 years if the funding is obtained. A presentation on the proposal was scheduled for Feb. 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The minutes do not specify potential grant sources, reimbursement models, or a budget for a pilot.
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