Can you fulfill my unusual request?
We’ll be delighted to talk to you about any specific requests that would make your loved one more comfortable during the ride. Here are some examples of requests we’ve had... Read more
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What is the difference between using an ambulance service and Managed Medical Transport for long distance medical transportation?
An ambulance is a mobile emergency room. They are well designed and equipped to be the liaison between the world and the hospital when you need specialized, acute care in... Read more
What are your geographical boundaries for transporting patients?
We are insured to cross state lines with an unlimited travel radius throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in long distance, cross country trips with a minimum of... Read more
Is it possible to have at least one female crew member on board?
Yes. The more notice that you can give us, the more likely that we are able to fill this request for the specific date and time that you need. Read more
Will Medicaid pay for part or all of the trip?
NO. It’s not our rules, it is theirs. Medicaid, Medicare and most insurance companies will not touch reimbursement for non-emergency long distance transport. They consider it a “move of convenience”... Read more
How much advance notice do you need to make a transport happen?
We can usually make just about anything happen with 2 to 3 days notice. Sometimes, we are fully booked for more than a week though, our schedule and availability is... Read more
What if my relative needs oxygen during the transport?
MMT is able to continue oxygen if the patient is already receiving it, or if they have orders to have it on standby (PRN). We are not able to initiate... Read more
Is my relative’s condition too serious for you to accommodate?
A quick medical inquiry over the phone will determine if there is anything going on with the patient that is outside of the scope of our care. If the person... Read more
Do you have medical trained personnel in the van during a ride?
Yes. MMT was the first dedicated non-emergency service to insist that our vehicles have medically trained personnel. We’ve had this requirement since our inception in 1997. Our staff have backgrounds... Read more
Can two patients ride together in the same van?
No, we can accommodate one non ambulatory patient at a time. There is room for one additional person to ride along however, as long as the rider is independent and... Read more