Primary Care Solutions Non-Emergency Medical Transportation

03/04/2023

Top 5 Benefits of Non-Emergency Medical Transport

Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) can be a precious asset for individuals who require medical care but do not have an immediate medical demand. The benefits of non-emergency medical transport set it apart from traditional means of going to hospitals or clinics. Here’s why it’s a favorable choice for many.

ACCESSIBILITY and CONVENIENCE
Many persons who need to visit a medical provider on a regular basis require special transportation. It is especially helpful to those with mobility problems, as non-emergency medical transportation can be tailored to the specific needs of a patient.

Most vehicles they use are up-to-date and very convenient. They can handle wheelchairs, and other mobility equipment is available from NEMT service providers, allowing clients to travel pleasantly to all of their appointments.

GREATER DEGREE of SAFETY
The modern nature of NEMTs also means that they have quality components. And quality often means that the product, or in this situation, the vehicle, is safe to use.

In case you didn’t know, the majority of credible NEMT practitioners have worked as nurses and drivers. These employees typically have the most recent professional certifications and receive ongoing training to maintain their qualifications.

MAINTAINING INDEPENDENCE
A client can make a phone call to the NEMT center to provide the necessary information, and help will swiftly be on the way. This modest act can be perceived as an effort to be more independent.

Patients can practice independence by using non-emergency transportation instead of relying on family and friends. Making a doctor’s appointment on your own is a simple achievement that any young adult or disabled person will be proud to accomplish.

AFFORDABILITY
There are different kinds of medical transportation, and each of them has a different price range. When compared to traditional ambulances, NEMTs are far cheaper.

Though the cost of non-emergency health care varies widely depending on the type of vehicle used, they are typically 10 times less expensive than an ambulance commute.

INNER PEACE
For folks with impairments or health problems, transportation can be a source of great anxiety. Traveling with the general public is never an easy task. You might feel uncomfortable or anxious if you’re on a ride that isn’t built to assist persons with healthcare issues. When you consider the benefits of non-emergency medical transport and make use of it, you might find a good reason to be at peace.

Let Primary Care Solutions be your and/or a loved one's transport provider of choice.

02/12/2023

Who should health plan members call to request transportation from Primary Care Solutions?

- Members should call their health plan or the health plan’s NEMT broker directly to request transportation. Health plan and NEMT broker contact information can be found within the NEMT Part
1 and Part 2 Fact Sheets.

Members should make transportation requests up to 2 days in advance of their appointment.

Below are the numbers beneficiary members can call to schedule transportation for recreation wellness, pharmacy pick-ups and any healthcare related doctor or hospital visits:

Humana MCR
Reservation (Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 8pm Local Time) 866-588-5122

United Healthcare National Medicare Reservation (Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Local Time) 866-418-9812

UHC Care Improvement Plus
Reservation (Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Local Time) 855-693-2897

NC AmeriHealth MCD
Reservation (Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Local Time) 833-498-2262

NC United Healthcare Medicaid
Reservation (Hours: Mon - Sat 7am - 6pm Local Time) 800-349-1855

NC Amerigroup Healthy Blue Medicaid
Reservation (Hours: Mon - Fri 7am - 6pm Local Time) 855-397-3602

Remember to state that you are requesting Primary Care Solutions Non-Emergency Medical Transportation as your transport provider of choice.

"Primary Care Solutions, Where the Solution to Your Transportation Needs is Primary for Us Regarding Your Healthcare Needs."

01/23/2023

Adults and youth alike all have transportation needs to get them to any health related service they may have, or pharmacy pickups for any medication needs. The reality is that many may not have access to "FREE" transportation for a variety of reasons that may include but would not be limited to the following:

- Simply not knowing that if they have Medicaid, they qualify for FREE roundtrip transportation.

- Non-access to their own personal transportation.

- Not having timely and dependable transportation.

- The lack of convenience of being picked up right at their door.

- Not getting public transportation due to routes being cut or scaled back.

Allow Primary Care Solutions Non-Emergency Medical Transportation division provide your heath care transport services in safe, efficient, courteous and professional way.

Visit our site and schedule your appointment today by simply providing your member number (i.e. Medicaid number) and stating that you wish for Primary Care Solutions to be your transport provider of choice. After that, just be on time and ready for pickup!

We look forward to being of service to you and yours.

"Primary Care Solutions, Where Your Care is Primary."

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