Emergency Medical Care in Oregon

*** Renewal period for Ambulance Services, EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediates, and Paramedics begins April 1, 2025 ***

Establishes the Emergency Medical Services Program: This program, housed within the Oregon Health Authority, focuses on improving the state's emergency medical services infrastructure.
Creates the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board: This board provides guidance and support to the program, working with the authority to develop policies and standards.
Designation of EMS Centers: The bill directs the authority to designate centers that will provide specific types of emergency care, potentially based on existing national standards or through a public deliberation process.
Regionalization of EMS: The law encourages the regionalization of emergency care, considering local resources, patient referral patterns, and existing healthcare structures.
Regional Advisory Boards: Regional boards will be established for each designated EMS region, ensuring representation from diverse populations.
Focus on Time-Sensitive Emergencies: The legislation prioritizes care for time-sensitive medical emergencies and aims to improve the quality of care for these situations.
Addressing Inequities: The bill also addresses potential inequities in the provision of emergency care, aiming to ensure equitable access to services for all.

More information is available on the EMS Modernization webpage.

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