Texas Ambulance Association

02/16/2026

TAA In the News!

Thank you to everyone that took time out this week and either traveled to Austin or testified virtually to help advocate for the proposed Medicaid reimbursement rate for ambulance providers. We want to also thank the Texas Health & Human Services Commissioner leadership and lawmakers for their continued support of the ambulance industry and applaud the agency’s recommendation of this reimbursement rate.

This rate increase will help stabilize ambulance and critical services particularly in rural areas and help our members as they continue providing 911 services when Texans need it the most.
Click here to view the news coverage on our efforts:

Texas proposed increases to Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain ambulance services. During a public rate hearing, providers said the higher rates could help maintain access to critical services, especially in rural areas.

02/10/2026

The Texas Ambulance Association, Board members, and providers testified before the Texas Health & Human Services Commission in favor of the proposed ambulance Medicaid rates. Ambulance providers are a critical part of Texas’ healthcare safety net. We respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay, staffing shortages, fuel costs, rising equipment expenses, or ongoing workforce challenges. The new Texas Medicaid ambulance reimbursement would be a meaningful and immediate step toward stabilizing ambulance services across the state. This change will help preserve access to emergency medical care, particularly in rural and underserved communities, where providers are operating on extremely thin margins and, in some cases, facing the risk of service reductions or closure. We are grateful for the proposed increase and appreciate all of our members that demonstrated their support.

02/02/2026

Thank you Senator Judith Zaffirini, Dean of the Texas Senate, for your tireless efforts supporting the ambulance industry and EMS throughout Texas. Her efforts to protect consumers and business with her balance billing legislation and year’s of support of the EMS community are worthy of recognition with our Vanguard Award. From time to time, it becomes the privilege of the Texas Ambulance Association to recognize the extraordinary efforts of certain special individuals or organizations that have benefited the ambulance industry by leading the way in new developments or novel ideas. This forms the cornerstone of its Vanguard Award. Congratulations Senator Zaffirni!

11/24/2025

TAA Board Meeting

11/14/2025

Texas Ambulance Association leadership met with Senator Caesar Blanco and Representative Joe Moody today to discuss important issues impacting our members such as Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement rates as well as the Rural Health Transformation Program. We are grateful for their leadership and look forward to working with them as we prepare for the 90th Regular Session.

11/05/2025

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10/14/2025

The Texas Ambulance Association testified before the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and provided our budget recommendations relating to Rural Health Transformation Program. This find was created by the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” which will deliver $50 billion to all states in Fiscal Years 2026-2030. Thank you to Board Member Charles Hinkle for sharing budget recommendations relating to our ambulance providers and their staff which will provide equipment which will enhance patient transport and treatment.

09/09/2025

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07/14/2025

Resolution from Rep Trey Wharton

05/08/2025

Bob Kellow Graveside service
Friday, May 9 at 3PM
Greenwood Cemetery
3344 White Settlement Rd.
Fort Worth, Texas

05/01/2025

04/22/2025

2025 TAA Conference was a big success!