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Frequently asked Subscription Questions
Q. Why should I become a subscriber?
A. Your subscription assures that Meadville Area Ambulance Service will have the staff, vehicles, and equipment required to provide around the clock protection for you and your family in the event of and emergency. Second, your paid subscription assures that you and your family will not face unnecessary expenses for medically necessary emergency ambulance service to the closest appropriate facility.
Q. If I have health insurance, do I need a subscription?
A. Yes. Your subscription assures that you will not incur any unnecessary bills for medically necessary emergency ambulance service, regardless of your insurance coverage. Most insurance companies do not pay ambulance bills at 100%. If your coverage includes a deductible or a co-payment, you could be left with a large balance to pay out-of-pocket. Keep in mind non-subscribers are responsible for full payment of all applicable charges, which often can exceed more than $600.00 per trip.
Q. What should I do if my insurance company sends me a check for payment of service provided by Meadville Area Ambulance Service?
A. All recipients of service are required to immediately forward any and all reimbursement received to Meadville Area Ambulance Service. Failure to do so will result in the immediate termination of any subscription agreement and you will be held responsible for payment of all outstanding balances.
Q. What is not covered by a subscription?
A. Alternative modes of non-emergency transportation such as wheelchair van and invalid coach transports, non-emergency ambulance transports which are not covered by insurance and any charges related to excessive mileage based solely on patient and/or physician preferences.
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Meadville Area Ambulance Service!
Dear Community Member,
Your paid subscription not only allows us to purchase updated equipment and vehicles to protect your family, it also protects you from any out of pocket expenses when it comes to ambulance transportation.
* Our subscription plan is a household plan. It not only protects you and your family, but anyone else who may be visiting you 24 hours a day - 7 days a week in the event of an emergency.
* We provide a discounted price of $25 per household for seniors 50 years of age and older.
*Your subscription can save you money as it takes the place of any co-payments or deductibles your insurance company may require you to pay.
Thank you in advance for your continued support!
Eric S. Henry
General Manager/ Owner
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