City Of Oklahoma City: Enroll In EMSAcare In September To Cover Your Household For Emergency Ambulance Service

Oklahoma City OK

30 August, 2021

4:33 PM

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Press release from the City of Oklahoma City: 08/30/2021 10:24 AM September is EMSAcare month in Oklahoma City, when Oklahoma City residents may change their membership with the ambulance service from Sept. 1-30. EMSAcare covers the out-of-pocket expenses for emergency ambulance transports anywhere in the EMSA service area, which is most of the Oklahoma City and Tulsa metro areas. It applies to all permanent members of the household, regardless of their age or relationship to each other and even if they don't have medical insurance. Oklahoma City residents who are not EMSAcare members can enroll by calling (405) 297-2833. Enrollment results in a $3.65 monthly charge included on your OKC utility bill. Members who want a membership card can print one at emsaonline.com/emsacare.html. Visit okc.gov/emsacare for more information. Even with good insurance coverage, a typical emergency ambulance ride can cost a patient about $800. It can cost more than $1,300 without insurance. EMSAcare covers everything a patient would owe. Those enrolled in the program may also opt out during the election period, but will not be able to enroll again until September of next year. Those who opt-out may be responsible for out-of-pocket expenses associated with treatment. If a resident takes no action, their enrollment status won't change. Residents living in multi-family housing units, such as apartments, who do not have an OKC utility account can check with their landlord to determine if they are enrolled in the program. If not, those residents can enroll directly with EMSA for an annual fee by calling (405) 396-2888. People who live in retirement, assisted living and similar facilities are not eligible for the City program, but may enroll in EMSAcare directly through EMSA by calling (405) 396-2888. Key program points include: # # # Media Contacts Adam Paluka, EMSA (available via Zoom 9-11 a.m. Sept. 1) (918) 345-0081 [email protected] Kristy Yager, City of OKC (405) 297-2550 [email protected] This press release was produced by the City of Oklahoma City. The views expressed here are the author's own.