Budget Meeting
The budget meeting included discussions on the increase from Whiteall due to call volume, changes in the billing company to improve collections, and revenue from the subscription drive. Grant applications for ambulances and nitrous oxide units were discussed, along with the purchase of smaller, more cost-effective ambulances. The meeting also covered the end-of-life status of cardiac monitors, power stretchers, and stair chairs, as well as the financing and lead times for new equipment. The impact of potential changes in Medicare and Medicaid on call volume and revenue was a significant concern. The discussion also covered the EMS study, the cost of readiness, and the service agreement with Mount Lebanon. There were also discussions on the collection of billing, the transition pain points and the perceived advantages of switching billing transaction providers.