Different Modes of Medical Transportation

Research shows that nearly 3.6 million peoples are getting delayed or unable to avail medical care because of lack of proper medical transportation. During a medical emergency, medical transportation plays an important role in getting the patient to the hospital on time.

There are two types of medical transportations based on the need and requirement of the patient – Emergency Medical transportation and Non- Emergency medical transportation. With this type of medical transportation patients reaches their destinations on time. The vehicle which is used for these type of transportation is equipped with highly trained drivers, paramedics etc within the vehicle.

Non-emergency medical transportation:

Non-emergency medical transportation usually provides a home to home medical transportation for any kind of appointment or regular check-ups to the hospital or clinics.

Some of the NEMT are,

Ambulatory Transport – This type of ambulatory service is helpful when patients require clinical assistance when traveling. This service suits best for those patients who do not any equipment to walk.

Wheelchair Transport – Wheelchair transport is useful for those patients who cannot walk on their own. Usually, the van and wheelchair lifts are often operated by CPR trained drivers.

Stretcher Transport – In this type of stretcher transport patients are transported while lying on a stretcher.

Emergency Medical Transportation:

Basic Life Support Transportation

It is also called as BLS which have certified medical technicians on the vehicles. The patients are constantly monitored on the way to a medical destination. Medical tests and procedures are performed which will save time which is precious during a medical emergency.

Advanced Life Support Transportation

It is also called as ALS which has certified paramedic in it. Vehicles contain ECG monitors, heart rate equipment, heart paddles & IV units. A patient will be provided with advanced medical support during their transportation to the hospital

Critical Care Transport

It is also known as CCT which include certified registered nurse. This transportation is for those patients who need critical care between hospitals and any other medical facilities.

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