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Q:
Is the Adams County Ambulance Service a Medicare Service Provider?
A: The Adams County
Ambulance Service provides service is Medicare recipients under
Medicare Part B. We accept assignment which means Medicare pays
fees for services based on scheduled rate. The patient may be
presented with a bill after Medicare pays its share, typically
supplemental insurance will pay any remaining fees after Medicare
has submitted payment.
Q:
What if I choose a service that is not covered by Medicare?
A: In the event a
patient chooses a service that is not covered by Medicare, then the
patient will be responsible for payment of fees. An example would
include an inter facility transport which is deemed “Not Medically
Necessary” by the patient’s physician. If services are available at
a hospital where the patient is getting care, then Medicare may not
pay. We will not require payment in advance from Medicare patients,
but we will require them, the next of kin, or power of attorney to
sign an Advance Beneficiary Notice. We work diligently to
accommodate those who call upon our service.
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Q:
When do I call 9-1-1 for an ambulance?
A: You should
call 9-1-1 in the event someone becomes suddenly ill or injured. If
you are not sure you should call 9-1-1, we suggest you go ahead and
call. Better safe than sorry.
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Q:
How many paramedic ambulances are there?
A: Adams
County
maintains a fleet of five paramedic ambulances on duty twenty-four
hours a day. In addition we have an on call unit and three
additional ambulances, not staffed, for back up purposes. The
ambulance service maintains a Mass Casualty Response Unit trailer,
and Support Services unit, and a Paramedic Alternate Response Unit
to provide optimum service to our community.
Q:
How do I contact the Ambulance?
A: For
emergencies, call 9-1-1. Our business office can be contacted
Monday through Friday 8:30 – 4:30 at 217-277-2001. This number can
be called to ask questions about billing, operations, public
education, etc. Our office is located at 507 Vermont Street. The
office can be accessed from the west (5th street)
entrance.
Q:
Where are the ambulances stationed?
A: Two
ambulances serve southwest Adams County, including Quincy; they are
stationed at 16th and Vermont in Quincy. The ambulance
stationed at the Liberty Fire Station serves southeast Adams County,
northeast Adams County is served by the unit stationed in Camp Point
while Mendon is home to the ambulance and crew that serves northwest
Adams County. In the event the ambulance in your area is already
assigned to an emergency the next closest ambulance will be
dispatched along with first responders.
Q:
How can I learn more about the Emergency Medical Services
profession?
A: You may
contact our office by phone, in person, or via this website. You
may also contact the Quincy Area EMS System office at Blessing
Hospital at 217-223-8400 ext. 6590. |
