EMS Briefing: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Good morning. Here is your daily briefing from Prehospital Academy, designed to keep you informed on the latest developments in EMS.
A Pennsylvania fire department has successfully secured its license to continue providing medical first response after a prolonged dispute.
A Tennessee paramedic was allegedly assaulted by a patient with a used hypodermic needle during a call for service.
A California county is implementing a nurse navigation program to triage low-acuity 911 calls and alleviate system-wide strain.
A major multi-agency rescue operation was launched near Alcatraz Island after a pontoon boat capsized, resulting in multiple casualties.
Public health officials in New York City report a decrease in new Legionnaires' disease cases following a recent outbreak.
A simulation study suggests that incorporating hospital performance data into prehospital stroke routing decisions could improve patient outcomes.
New research indicates that the surface a patient is on during CPR significantly impacts compression quality and provider fatigue.
A Norwegian case series explores the feasibility and safety of transporting critically ill, mechanically ventilated patients in the prone position via helicopter.
A retrospective study analyzes the effectiveness and application criteria for pelvic binders in the prehospital management of suspected pelvic fractures.
A NEMSIS data review highlights significant regional variations and an increasing trend of heat-related EMS encounters across the United States.
An Oregon EMT has filed a lawsuit for wrongful termination after being fired for deactivating an ambulance's internal camera system.
An upcoming webinar for EMS leaders will focus on strategic scheduling to improve workforce efficiency, compliance, and operational readiness.
This article examines the impact of federal controlled substance regulations on the operational capabilities of wildland fire EMS teams.
Researchers conducted a cost analysis comparing traditional ambulance transport with alternative options for non-emergent patients.
Prominent EMS software provider ImageTrend has appointed a new CEO to lead the company's growth in AI-driven solutions.
CMS has issued a proposed rule to update the ZIP codes used for the ground ambulance fee schedule and extend current payment add-ons.
A new report from Elevance Health analyzes commercial insurance reimbursement rates for ambulance services, revealing significant payment disparities.
CMS is soliciting public comments on proposed rules affecting Medicaid payments, including provider assessments and supplemental funding mechanisms.