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The Role of Mobile Integrated Health and Community Paramedicine in Preventive Care
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 emergency response and transport remain core responsibilities, a growing share of 911 calls are related to chronic medical conditions, behavioral health needs, medication management, …
How Legislative Calendars Shape Medicaid Rate Setting for EMS in 2026
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 influence Medicaid payment policy. In 2026, most legislatures convene early in the year, which creates short periods during which EMS rate-setting bills, as well …
The Future of EMS and Ambulance Care After a Pivotal 2025
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 this isn’t just a passing challenge. It’s the reality for agencies across the country, especially in rural communities where every dollar and every responder …
Medicaid Reimbursement Shifts, Rural Health Transformation, and What EMS Agencies Need to Know
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 …
Is It Time to Rethink How We Deliver EMS Care?
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 model, EMS leaders are searching for new ways to deliver care that’s flexible, integrated, and value-driven. The recent whitepaper, “Rethinking EMS Delivery“, authored by …
Celebrating EMS Week and the Heroes Behind Every Siren
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 …
October is National Fire Prevention Month!
October is Fire Prevention Month, and it is a time to raise fire safety awareness. Fire Prevention Month takes place in October every year and occurs in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week (October 8th – 14th). The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) created Fire Prevention Month in memory of the …
Committed to Supporting Women in the Fire and EMS Industry
Author: Michelle Silvestre At Public Consulting Group (PCG) we strive for an equitable and inclusive workplace. One organization furthering these efforts in the Fire and EMS space is Women in Fire which is an interactive non-profit network that provides education, support, and advocacy for fire service women. Did you know …
AI in the EMS World
Author: Lauren Cantley AI has made a serious mark on the world once Chat GPT was announced near the end of 2022. Ever since becoming a hot topic, its popularity has only grown. However, there is more to AI than using it to dictate text or summarize literature. The article …
Combating Fire & EMS Financial Constraints with Medicaid Supplemental Payment Programs
Author: Kendal August Primary EMS Challenges Amidst surging inflation and the rising cost of living, EMS departments find themselves in a critical condition. This article centers on the funding-related challenges faced by departments around the country and highlights the significance of obtaining adequate financial support through the Ambulance Supplemental Payment …