Evolving EMS Service Delivery Through Mobile Integrated Health Fire and EMS agencies across the country are operating in a service environment that continues to shift. While …
State legislative sessions are not simply civics class footnotes; they function as the clock that determines when Emergency Medical Services leaders, associations, and payers can meaningfully …
EMS faces a tough balance between rising costs and Medicaid rates that haven’t kept pace. If you’ve been following the headlines or living them, you know …
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the United States are at a crossroads. With rising costs, evolving patient needs, and the early termination of the CMS ET3 …
The world of Emergency Medical Services is changing fast, and staying informed is more important than ever. On October 16, 2025, Public Consulting Group (PCG) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) hosted a lively webinar that brought together EMS experts, agency leaders, and policy makers to discuss the …
Last month, PCG had the opportunity to co-present with the National Association of EMTs (NAEMT) on a critical topic: the true cost of EMS, the burden of uncompensated care, and the path to financial sustainability for EMS agencies. EMS Systems Are Under Financial Pressure Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are a …
Who do you call when something happens and medical attention is required? Who do you know you can count on after that 911 call when you need medical help? This week is National EMS Week, and with the theme of “We Care. For Everyone,” it couldn’t be more fitting for …
If you’re an EMS leader wondering how to keep up with all the changes in reimbursement, you’re not alone. On March 6, 2025, EMS leaders from across the country joined the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and Public Consulting Group (PCG) for a timely and informative webinar: Maximizing Incentives …
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently published the Year 1 and Year 2 cohort analysis of the Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection System (GADCS) Survey, and it’s packed with valuable insights. Want to know how ambulance services across the United States stack up in terms of operations, …
As ground ambulance service providers in Ohio know all too well, the gap between the cost of providing emergency medical services (EMS) and the reimbursement rates from Medicaid has placed immense financial pressure on departments across the state. These pressures threaten the sustainability of essential, life-saving services, as EMS providers …
Submitting data accurately and punctually is essential for organizations to avoid penalties and maintain compliance with CMS requirements. Here are five tips to ensure you submit your data on time to avoid the 10% penalty on Medicare payments. 1. Verify Your Organization’s Selection Year and Timeline The first step in …
Since 2010, EMS on the Hill Day has been bringing EMS professionals together in Washington, DC to advocate for the needs of patients and the EMS profession. This year, the event will take place April 17-18 on Capitol Hill and will focus on educating congressional leaders about the needs of …
Public Consulting Group (PCG) will be attending the annual EMS Region III Conference & Expo which will be held from April 26th to the 28th. The conference offers a variety of training sessions and workshops! There will also be special events for First Responders, EMTs, firefighters, dispatchers, administrators, physicians, nurses, …
Public Consulting Group (PCG) will be a sponsor and attending EMS On the Hill Day! The event will be held from April 17th-18th. Join us on Capitol Hill and visit congressional leaders and staff! We will help leaders and staff understand the needs of EMS in our communities and states. …
