The Benefits of Route Optimization for NEMT Providers
Route optimization in NEMT is the process of planning and organizing the most efficient and cost-effective route to complete a trip. It helps maximize trip efficiency whether there’s one passenger or multiple passengers or stops. In this article, we’ll discuss how route optimization is so important and more efficient than manual routing, how it streamlines […]
Proven Strategies for Securing Medical Transportation Contracts
By 2028, experts predict the global medical transport service market will reach $126 billion, according to a report by Zion Market Research. The non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) sector is gaining recognition and importance in the United States as healthcare organizations increasingly use these services to assist their patients. With the demand for medical transportation services […]
How NEMT Fleet Operators Can Ensure Compliance
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) fleet operators ensure patients can access the necessary medical care. However, some individuals exploit the NEMT system, exposing the industry to fraud and abuse. Such fraudulent activities can result in significant financial losses for transportation providers and the government. Typical forms of fraud include: This blog post will explore how NEMT […]
The Future of Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (2023)
The non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) industry will significantly change in 2023. Technological advancements, the evolution of transportation, and shifting consumer preferences will transform the industry. This blog explores these emerging trends and changes that will likely shape the future of NEMT in 2023 and beyond. The NEMT Industry The NEMT industry is growing, but fleet […]
The Essentials of NEMT Vehicle Insurance: What You Need to Know
Insurance is a legal mandate and an essential failsafe for your non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) fleet, as it provides financial protection from potential liability. It can be one of the critical factors in becoming a successful NEMT provider. Moreover, many states have specific insurance requirements for NEMT companies, making it crucial to work with reputable providers […]
Improving On-time Performance for Your NEMT Businesses
In the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) industry, punctuality and efficiency are crucial for success.
This blog gives four tips you can leverage to improve the punctuality of your NEMT fleets and an overview of the role of NEMT technology and training in delivering prompt service.
What is Non-Emergency Medical Transport, and How Can It Benefit Patients?
As we get older, it isn’t easy to get around. Remember when it was easy to hop in the car and drive to see your doctor? For many of us, the ease of this type of travel fades away over time. Getting out of the house now may require a different approach. Modern transportation is […]
Seven Keys to becoming an In-Demand NEMT Provider
Non-emergency medical transportation providers are liaisons between patients and healthcare providers. NEMT plays a critical role because they bridge those who need care and those who help patients get care. NEMT is the foundation and glue for the whole healthcare continuum. So, how does someone become a NEMT Provider? There are seven key steps: Building […]
The Benefits of AI in the NEMT Industry
The concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from science fiction to science fact. There’s a good chance that you’ve used AI sometime recently. Saying Hey, Google, Siri, or Alexa means that you activated the AI in your device, and they respond back to you as they were programmed to do. It may have been […]
A Detailed History of the NEMT Industry
The non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) industry has a long and exciting history. Initially born out of an urgent need that arose after the Vietnam War, due to the rapid expansion of Medicaid, NEMT became a mainstream benefit. Today, nearly 3.2 million Medicaid beneficiaries use NEMT regularly. In this article, we’ll explore the intriguing journey of […]