EMS News

Sound the Alarm: The Medicare Cost Survey is in Full Force

November 7, 2022

Best practices for reducing your risk of the enforced payment reduction for noncompliance read more

Help Vaccinate America

April 2, 2021

Register for an opportunity to help distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to communities. read more
Medicare Holds Claims Pending Congressional Action

April 1, 2021

Medicare announced it will hold claims until Congress delays pending rate cuts read more
CDC Releases New Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals

March 10, 2021

The CDC has released new guidelines for individuals who have received their COVID-19 vaccinations. Everyone is encouraged to review these guidelines and do their part to help control the spread of COVID-19. read more
FEMA Releases 4 Emergency Medical Services Resource Typing Documents

March 10, 2021

Resource typing is a key component of NIMS and enables organizations from across the country to work together during incidents of all types and sizes. read more
Your Role in Improving EMS Flight Safety

February 2021

After your call, the operator should assess the risks—such as weather, flight conditions, and which pilot is on duty—to determine if it’s safe to accept the flight. read more
NHTSA Encourages First Responders to Review its Guidelines for Incidents Involving Electric of Hybrid Vehicles Following NTSB Study on Risks Posed by These Vehicles

February 22, 2021

Guidance for responders when responding to incidents including electric vehicles. read more
HHS Announces ASPR TRACIE Website to Provide Information for Healthcare Practitioners

February 17, 2021

Fire and EMS chiefs are encouraged to review this website and bookmark it as appropriate. read more
USFA & IAFC Co-Host Webinar on Public COVID-19 Vaccination Campaigns

February 12, 2021

On February 11, 2021, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and the IAFC hosted a webinar on fire department participation in public COVID-19 vaccination campaigns read more
NHTSA Released Just-In-Time Training for EMS to Perform COVID-19 Vaccinations

February 11, 2021

IAFC members are encouraged to consult these resources if they are asked to participate in COVID-19 vaccination campaigns. read more
FEMA FAQs Include Information of Reimbursement for Participation in Public Vaccine Programs

January 25, 2021

The reimbursement would take place through FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program. read more