West Virginia SB767 establishes a needs-based assessment for emergency medical services (EMS) funding.

West Virginia SB767, the Emergency Medical Services Needs-Based Assessment Act, mandates the West Virginia Department of Health, Bureau for Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services to conduct a statewide EMS needs-based assessment every two years. The assessment evaluates call volume, response times, availability of ambulances and trained personnel, financial stability of EMS providers, geographic coverage, and equipment deficiencies. The department will collaborate with local EMS agencies, county commissions, and regional health authorities.

West Virginia SB767 establishes a needs-based assessment for emergency medical services (EMS) funding.

West Virginia SB767, the Emergency Medical Services Needs-Based Assessment Act, mandates the West Virginia Department of Health, Bureau for Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services to conduct a statewide EMS needs-based assessment every two years. The assessment evaluates call volume, response times, availability of ambulances and trained personnel, financial stability of EMS providers, geographic coverage, and equipment deficiencies. The department will collaborate with local EMS agencies, county commissions, and regional health authorities.