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Rural EMS and cost responsibilities

Navigating the shift in financial responsibility and the impact rural EMS practices and policies

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Editor鈥檚 Note: 草莓影视 is proud to be the Premier Media Sponsor of the Pinnacle Webinar Series. On Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 1 p.m. CT, Fitch & Associates will present the webinar, 鈥淩ural EMS and cost responsibilities: Navigating the shift.鈥


In an upcoming webinar, Fitch & Associates will explore the significant shift in cost responsibilities from the federal government to state and local authorities, outlining the various challenges and common themes that emerge from this transition.

We will delve into the issues these changes create for rural communities, examining their impact on current practices and policies.

Additionally, the discussion will include a review of different rural EMS models, ranging from older frameworks to newer approaches, to understand how rural communities are adapting to or being reshaped by these shifts.

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For more than three decades, the Fitch & Associates team of consultants has provided customized solutions to the complex challenges faced by public safety organizations of all types and sizes. From system design and competitive procurements to technology upgrades and comprehensive consulting services, Fitch & Associates helps communities ensure their emergency services are both effective and sustainable. For ideas to help your agency improve performance in the face of rising costs, call 888-431-2600 or visit www.fitchassoc.com.