EMS Transportation Billing Policy
At the time of service you will be asked to read and sign our treatment/transportation billing authorization. Verbal authorization from parents of minor children or legal guardians not physically present at the time of service will be accepted on good faith. By your signature or verbal authorization you are: Authorizing Jackson Township Fire Department to make submission of a claim for payment to Medicare, Medicaid, or any other payor for any services provided to you by the Jackson Township Fire Department now, in the past, or in the future, until such time as I revoke this authorization in writing.
I understand that I am financially responsible for the services and supplies provided to me, or those under my care in which I am responsible for, by the Jackson Township Fire Department, regardless of my insurance coverage, and in some cases, may be responsible for an amount in addition to that which was paid by my insurance. You agree to immediately remit to the Jackson Township Fire Department any payments that you receive directly from insurance or any source whatsoever for the services provided to you and you assign all rights to such payments to the Jackson Township Fire Department. You authorize the Jackson Township Fire Department to appeal payment denials or other adverse decisions on my behalf without further authorization. You authorize and direct any holder of medical information or other relevant documentation about you to release such information to the Jackson Township Fire Department and its billing agents, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and/or any other payors or insurers, and their respective agents or contractors, as may be necessary to determine these or other benefits payable for any services provided to me by Jackson Township, now, in the past, or in the future.
Common Questions
How does EMS billing change service delivery?
Your good health is our top priority so the financial details are secondary. We realize those transported may not have insurance or may have high deductibles. Our billing system is designed so residents and nonresidents are not directly billed. Patients are never denied medical treatment because of their inability to pay.
Who can use our emergency medical service?
Our services are provided to anyone who needs medical attention. It is as simple as dialing 911 to have the appropriate resources sent to your location whether you are a resident or visiting our service district.
Can I be taken to the hospital of my choice?
Our paramedics may transport patients to most hospitals in Franklin County. There are medical circumstances that may necessitate the need to take patients to the closest hospital or one that specializes in care for a patient’s specific medical emergency.
I am on a fixed income and can’t afford a bill for service.
Residents of Jackson Township, Grove City, and Urbancrest will not be responsible for any direct payment of ambulance fees. Jackson Township bills insurance providers not residents. Nonresidents may receive up to three statements requesting additional information regarding unpaid balances from their insurance providers Primary or secondary insurance providers may be billed to recover unpaid balances, but if an insurance company does not pay, you will not be held responsible.
Will Medicare cover EMS transports?
Yes. We are required by law to accept Medicare-allowable amounts and cannot bill the difference between allowable and established fees.
Will I be charged if I am treated but not transported?
No. Fees are for transporting patients to hospitals located only in our service area.
If you have questions or concerns, please call (614) 875-5588.