EMS System

Multnomah County, Oregon

Multnomah County Emergency Medical Services Program (MCEMS) provides medical oversight and overall coordination of the Multnomah County EMS system. MCEMS, a program of the Multnomah County Health Department, is recognized by the Oregon Health Division as the EMS medical control authority for the County.
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Ambulance Rate Adjustment Hearing

On May 20, 2010, a hearing was convened regarding American Medical Response's (AMR) request to increase the rates it charges ambulance patients. County code requires the County to conduct a contested case hearing process to determine if the increase in rates will be approved.

Findings: Request denied. Read the hearing officer's recommended order

Contract Compliance and Rate Regulation Committee (CRC)

Public Notice of CRC Meeting: July 14, 2010

Documents

Hearing transcript

Post-hearing brief - AMR (6-10-10)
Post-hearing brief - Multnomah County (6-10-10)

AMR proposed rate adjustment request
AMR rationale | revised rationale attachments (5-20-10)
Multnomah County hearing submission

Multnomah County Request for Proposal (2005)

Emergency Ambulance Services RFP
Emergency Ambulance Services Addenda

AMR Proposal - Table of Contents, Executive Summary

1. Credentials and Qualifications
2. Response Time
3. Level of Clinical Sophistication
4. Compensation Package and Working Conditions
5. Equipment Maintenance and Management
6. Prehospital/Clinical Data Systems
7. Commitment to First Responder
8. Initial Coverage Plan
9. Treatment of Local Workforce
10. Patient Charge System
11. Billing/Collection Program
12. Cost and Revenue Forecasts
13. Other Financial Statements and Budget
14. Key Personnel, Organization and Management
15. Public Info and Education Program
16. Performance Security Method
17. Exceptions Taken to Constant Requirements
18. Additional Forms

July 9, 2010