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Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
The Department of Health is the lead agency for emergency medical services (EMS) in the commonwealth. The Department’s Bureau of Emergency Medical Services is responsible for the statewide development and coordination
of a comprehensive system to prevent and reduce premature death and disability.
ALERT:
Naloxone is free for first responders, including EMS, through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.
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Naloxone Leave Behind Reporting for EMS
EMS Direct Pay Form
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EMS agencies electing to receive direct payment for calendar year 2019
(PDF)
EMS agencies electing to receive direct payment for calendar year 2020
(PDF)
EMS agencies electing to receive direct payment for calendar year 2021
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PA EMS Electronic Registry Login
Pennsylvania EMS Online Certification Verification Service
Recognized Stroke Centers
Act 17 BLS Ambulance Staffing Exceptions
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