KNOXVILLE, TN (June 30, 2023)—The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recorded last summer as the third hottest summer in more than 128 years. As temperatures continue to rise in what could be another record-setting blistering season, Priority OnDemand, a national leader in EMS and medical transportation, supported by its OnDemand Visit team of healthcare professionals, weigh in on what you … Read More
Central EMS Provides Life-Saving Training to Local Law Enforcement Agencies
AUGUSTA, GA (June 14, 2023) — Often, law enforcement officers are the first on the scene of mass trauma events, where uncontrolled bleeding poses a grave threat to life. Recognizing the critical importance of swift action, over 20 dedicated officers from agencies in the Richmond-Augusta County area recently participated in transformative Stop the Bleed® training. This training was made possible … Read More
First Call Ambulance awarded Humphreys County, Tennessee 9-1-1 and nonemergency ambulance services contract
Nashville, Tenn. (June 13, 2023) – First Call Ambulance, a proud member of the Priority Ambulance family of companies, has been awarded the exclusive contract to provide 9-1-1 and nonemergency ambulance services to the citizens of Humphreys County. Humphreys County Commissioners voted unanimously this week to award the contract to First Call, following a competitive bidding process that included the … Read More
Priority Ambulance Welcomes Australian Paramedics to Company’s Inaugural International Paramedic Program
KNOXVILLE, TN. (June 5, 2023)— Priority Ambulance, a leading provider of emergency medical services, is excited to announce the arrival of its first team of Australian paramedics as part of the company’s pioneering international paramedic program, Priority International EMS Workforce Initiative. The initiative was developed in collaboration with Faithful Guardian Training Center. Under this innovative program, degreed Australian paramedics are … Read More
Medshore Ambulance and Guardian Ambulance Recognize Employee of the Year Recipients During 2023 EMS Week
Medshore Ambulance and its sister company, Guardian Ambulance, announced their Employee of the Year recipients during this year’s EMS Week. The annual awards are presented to employees who have excelled in their clinical performance and demonstrated a patient-focused delivery of care throughout the year. This year, the companies recognized four providers who have set the standard for exceptional customer service … Read More
Priority Ambulance acquires assets of Greater Amsterdam Volunteer Ambulance Corps; announces new Lake Valley EMS name to reflect the region
AMSTERDAM, NY. (May 16, 2023)— Priority Ambulance is pleased to announce it has acquired the assets of Greater Amsterdam Volunteer Corps (GAVAC), including the agency’s Certificate of Need. The company will operate under the name Lake Valley EMS to reflect the company’s growth in the Mohawk Valley and Southern Adirondacks. “We are excited to welcome Lake Valley EMS and their … Read More
Celebrating emergency responders during National EMS Week
May 21-27, 2023, is the 49th annual National EMS Week, which recognizes emergency medical services practitioners and the crucial role they play in our communities. At Priority Ambulance, we appreciate our 4,000 highly trained Emergency Medical Services personnel every day, and it’s great to have a special week to honor emergency responders and shine a spotlight on why their role … Read More
Priority OnDemand Welcomes Sharon Kraun as Vice President of Marketing & Communications
The Company is pleased to announce that Sharon Kraun has joined the Priority team as Vice President of Marketing & Communications, overseeing the strategic development and implementation of all marketing and communications programs companywide. Sharon succeeds Liz Merritt in that role, as Liz is retiring at the end of this month. “Sharon is a highly experienced marketing and communications professional … Read More
44 Billing, Operational & Finance Team Members Earn Certified Ambulance Coder™ National Credentials
Priority OnDemand extends a huge congratulations to 44 members of the Revenue Cycle Management team, including pre-bill, post-bill, DQA, operations and finance professionals, who recently earned national ambulance coder certification. The National Academy of Ambulance Compliance (NAAC) Certified Ambulance Coder™ training is the nation’s first formal educational program for experienced and new ambulance industry billers and coders. NAAC Certified Ambulance … Read More
Priority OnDemand CEO Bryan Gibson to Speak at CFED West Conference & Expo
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (May 15, 2023) – Priority OnDemand announced today that CEO, Bryan Gibson will be speaking at the upcoming California Fire, EMS and Disaster (CFED) West Conference & Expo in Indian Wells, California on May 21st. The CFED Conference & Expo is an annual educational symposium for California public safety personnel, including law enforcement, fire, nursing, disaster, public health, … Read More