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Factors To Consider When Hiring An Air Ambulance Company

by Dylan Owens

In some instances, you or your loved one may need emergency medical care and need an air ambulance right away to save your life, such as following a major car accident. However, in other instances, you may elect to use an air ambulance to transport you to another hospital after you are stable. You may be vacationing on the other side of the country, need emergency surgery, and want to fly home to recover. In these instances, you have some time to select your own air ambulance company. Knowing what to look for as you begin your search will help you find a great company at an affordable price. Here are a few factors to consider when hiring an air ambulance company.

How Much the Flight Will End up Costing

One of the most important factors to consider when selecting an air ambulance company is how much you will have to pay for the flight out of pocket. Some insurance companies will cover air ambulance flights. Others may not. Some air ambulance companies may work with your insurance while others may not. And in addition to the cost of the flight, there are many other items that are incorporated into the cost of being transported by air ambulance, including the costs associated with the nursing or medical staff attending to you and any medical supplies you may need while being transported. If you are planning on being transported by air from one hospital to another, take the time and ask companies about the costs associated with the flight, whether they accept your insurance and what your insurance may or may not cover. This way, there are no surprises when you get the bill.

Whether They Are a Broker

When looking to hire an air ambulance company, you will always want to ask a company if they own the air ambulances and manage the staff that they plan on using for your transport, or if they are a broker. A broker works as a middleman of sorts. They will arrange for the plane from one company and staff from another company. In exchange, they get a fee for arranging all of this. There is nothing wrong with this and it is completely legal. However, it is important to understand that brokers do not own or maintain the plane or the staff. If there is a problem or emergency, the broker may not have access to another plane or crew, which can delay your transport.

How Experienced the Crew Is

When booking an air ambulance company, always ask how experienced the crew is that the company is using. The pilots must have their standard pilots licenses and the nurses must have the same. In some states, an air crew curriculum must be taken, but in other states, there are no further requirements beyond holding the appropriate licenses. However, each company may have their own internal requirements. They may require a nurse to have experience working in the ER or ICU, which can be invaluable in emergency situations. They may require staff members to have a certain amount of experience before working in the air. Or they may require staff to take certain training courses so they are equipped to handle an array of unexpected situations in the air. Always ask a company how experienced their crew is and what is required of them to ensure you are receiving the best care possible while being transported.

Who Can Fly With the Patient

The last question you will want to ask when hiring an air ambulance company is who can fly with you or your loved one during transport. The answer to this question may vary based on the company you are flying with and your medical needs during transport. If you would prefer to have a family member present during transport, this is an important question to ask as you search for an air ambulance company.

There are many factors you need to consider when searching for an air ambulance company to transport you from one hospital to another. Learning what factors you need to consider will help you ask the right questions and find a company that best fits your needs, so find more information by talking with an air ambulance company today. 


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Restoring My Complexion

A few years ago, I began experiencing red, itchy patches on my eyelids and forehead. I began applying moisturizer to my face at this time. Unfortunately, it didn’t help my condition. My trusted physician informed me I might be suffering from the skin disorder psoriasis. This caring individual prescribed a medicated cream for me. Thankfully, the cream soothed my itchy, inflamed skin. If you have an unexplained, skin condition that isn’t responding to home remedies, make visiting your doctor soon a priority. On this blog, I hope you will discover the most common types of skin conditions people seek professional treatment for. Enjoy!