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ARIZONA EMERGENCY MEDICAL SYSTEMS

FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ · EIN 860297727 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · aems.org
revenue
$271K
expenses
$245K
net assets
$504K
employees
1
volunteers
58
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

ARIZONA EMERGENCY MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC. IS A COMMUNITY BASED VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO IMPROVING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR THE CENTRAL REGION OF ARIZONA, INCLUDING MARICOPA, PINAL, AND GILA COUNTIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Emergency Medical Systems (AEMS) is a community-based nonprofit organization that enhances emergency medical services and trauma care in Central Arizona. It functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals and facilities to improve patient care and system standards.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $32K
    PLANNING - FUNCTIONAL EXPENSE CATEGORY SUPPORTS THE VARIOUS PROCESSES THAT SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ACTIVITIES PERTAINING TO EDUCATION, PREVENTION, TRAINING, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, RESOURCE DISTRIBUTION, AND ADVOCACY. SELECTED EXAMPLES OF PLANNING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: FUNCTIONAL GROUP MEETING COORDINATION, TRANSFER OF CARE OVERSIGHT, AND CATEGORIZATION.
  2. #2 $12K
    COMMUNITY OUTREACH & RESOURCES - ACTIVITIES THAT PROVIDE AWARENESS ABOUT EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES. ADDITIONALLY, THIS CATAGORY REPRESENTS ACTIVITIES THAT SUPPORT THE PROCUREMENT AND DISTRIBUTION OF ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR AEMS PROVIDERS. SELECTED EXAMPLES OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND RESOURCES INCLUDE: AEMS SERVICE AWARDS, ACES OF HEARTS AWARDS, AND RURAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISING.
named programs · 9 · from sources

what they call their work

Categorization
A voluntary process of assessing and categorizing the relative preparedness and capabilities of hospitals' emergency departments (EDs) and Free-Standing/Hospital Satellite EDs (FSEDs/HSEDs) to provide emergency medical care, allowing for appropriate triage and transport of patients.
Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System (Regional EMS Council)
Facilitates coordination among all entities participating in the EMS system across Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties on behalf of the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma System (BEMSTS).
Child Maltreatment Symposium
An annual symposium sponsored by Phoenix Children’s Trauma Program and Child Protection Team.
Enhancing Maternal Emergency Preparedness: Evaluating a Train-the-Trainer Model for Obstetric Life Support Implementation in Arizona Webinar
A free webinar presented by the Arizona Center for Rural Health focusing on maternal morbidity and mortality, OBLS simulation-based training, and evaluating a train-the-trainer approach.
Orthopedic Injuries and Management in the Pre-Hospital Environment Webinar
A webinar with Dr. Elizabeth Mangin on orthopedic injuries and their management in a pre-hospital setting.
PediSTAT calculator integration with CARES Guidelines
Integration of the PediSTAT calculator into the Central Arizona Regional EMS Medical Directors Consortium Guidelines to ensure correct weight-based dosing for pediatric patients.
Pediatric ITLS (International Trauma Life Support) Course
An 8-hour course focusing on the special needs of young trauma patients, covering principles of assessment, management, critical interventions, patient packaging, and rapid transport.
Pediatric Simulation Training Course
A 4-hour, in-person training combining classroom instruction with immersive, hands-on simulation to strengthen assessment, decision-making, and airway management skills in high-risk pediatric emergencies.
RED Book - Regional EMS Directory
A comprehensive manual containing information on EMS guidelines for the Central Region and State policies and procedures, serving as a resource document for Medical Direction Authorities.
activities · 6 clusters

what they do

  • Regional EMS Coordination & System Oversight 8 activities
    • EMS Professional Collaboration and Functional Group Meetings
      Facilitates collaborative efforts among EMS professionals to develop programs and resolve issues in emergency medical services for the Central Region of Arizona, hosting regular Functional Group meetings on the third Wednesday of every odd month for EMS and trauma care professionals.
    • EMS Professional Collaboration and Functional Group Meetings
      Facilitates collaborative efforts among EMS professionals to develop programs and resolve issues in emergency medical services for the Central Region of Arizona, hosting regular Functional Group meetings on the third Wednesday of every odd month for EMS and trauma care professionals.
    • EMS Professional Collaboration and Functional Group Meetings
      Facilitates collaborative efforts among EMS professionals to develop programs and resolve issues in emergency medical services for the Central Region of Arizona, hosting regular Functional Group meetings for EMS and trauma care professionals.
    • Professional Collaboration and Functional Groups
      Facilitates collaborative problem-solving and program development among EMS and trauma care professionals through regular Functional Group meetings held on the third Wednesday of every odd-numbered month, strengthening regional coordination and system improvement.
    • Regional EMS Coordination
      Functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System (Regional EMS Council) on behalf of the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma System (BEMSTS), facilitating coordination among all entities in the EMS system across Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties through a structured communication platform for agencies involved in patient management.
    • Regional EMS System Coordination
      Functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System for the Arizona Department of Health Services, facilitating coordination among all entities participating in the EMS system across Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties.
    • Regional EMS System Coordination
      Functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System for the Arizona Department of Health Services, facilitating coordination among all entities participating in the EMS system across Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties.
    • Regional EMS System Coordination
      Functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System for the Arizona Department of Health Services, facilitating coordination among all entities participating in the EMS system across Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties.
  • EMS Protocol & Resource Development 5 activities
    • EMS Digital Resource Platform
      Provides a web application enabling mobile access to AEMS resources and services, supporting field accessibility and operational continuity for EMS professionals in Central Arizona.
    • EMS Guideline Publication and Resource Provision
      Publishes the RED Book, a comprehensive manual of EMS guidelines for the Central Region and state policies, and provides a web app for mobile access to AEMS resources and services.
    • EMS Guidelines and Resource Publication
      Publishes the RED Book, a comprehensive manual containing EMS guidelines for the Central Region and state policies and procedures, and provides a web app for mobile access to AEMS resources and services.
    • EMS Guidelines and Resource Publication
      Publishes the RED Book, a comprehensive manual containing EMS guidelines for the Central Region and state policies and procedures, and provides a web app for mobile access to AEMS resources and services.
    • EMS Policy and Guidelines Publication
      Publishes the RED Book, a comprehensive manual containing EMS guidelines for the Central Region and state-level policies and procedures, serving as a foundational reference for emergency medical services operations.
  • EMS Data Management & Facility Categorization 4 activities
    • Emergency Facility Categorization Program
      Conducts voluntary assessments of hospital-based and free-standing emergency departments by collecting Categorization Questionnaires, compiles capability data, and produces the Categorization Matrix used as a prehospital triage guideline for emergency patient transport in Central Arizona.
    • Hospital Categorization for Prehospital Triage
      Conducts voluntary assessments of emergency department capabilities and compiles facility capability data from Categorization Questionnaires to produce and maintain a Categorization Matrix used as a guideline for prehospital triage of emergency patients.
    • Hospital Categorization for Prehospital Triage
      Conducts voluntary assessments of emergency department capabilities and compiles facility capability data to produce and maintain a Categorization Matrix used as a guideline for prehospital triage of emergency patients.
    • Hospital Categorization for Prehospital Triage
      Conducts voluntary assessments of emergency department capabilities and compiles facility capability data from Categorization Questionnaires to produce and maintain a Categorization Matrix used as a guideline for prehospital triage of emergency patients.
  • Pediatric Emergency Training for Medical Professionals 4 activities
    • Pediatric Emergency Medical Training
      Conducts 8-hour Pediatric ITLS courses and 4-hour in-person pediatric simulation training for EMS professionals, covering assessment, management, critical interventions, and airway management for young trauma patients and high-risk pediatric emergencies. Training includes skill stations with live children and realistic simulation scenarios, providing EMS and nursing continuing education credit.
    • Pediatric Emergency Medical Training
      Conducts 8-hour Pediatric ITLS courses and 4-hour in-person pediatric simulation training for EMS professionals, covering assessment, management, critical interventions, and airway management for young trauma patients, and provides continuing education credits.
    • Pediatric Emergency Medical Training
      Conducts 8-hour Pediatric ITLS courses and 4-hour in-person pediatric simulation training for EMS professionals, covering assessment, management, critical interventions, and airway management for young trauma patients and high-risk pediatric emergencies. Training includes skill stations with live children and realistic simulation scenarios, providing EMS and nursing continuing education credit.
    • Pediatric Emergency Training Programs
      Delivers pediatric-specific emergency training through multiple formats, including a Pediatric ITLS course, 4-hour in-person simulation sessions with realistic scenarios (respiratory failure, infant seizures, advanced airway management), and skill stations using live pediatric models; training is delivered in small cohorts of up to 12 and includes 4 hours of CAPCE- and CBRN-approved continuing education credit.
  • Trauma Care Education & Data Standards Training 1 activity
    • Specialized EMS Training and Symposia
      Hosts specialized educational events including the annual Child Maltreatment Symposium, webinars on obstetric life support implementation, and scheduled Pediatric ITLS courses in collaboration with Phoenix Children’s Trauma Program to enhance clinical knowledge and system-wide practices in emergency care.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Board of Governors Governance
      Convenes regular Board of Governors meetings on the third Wednesday of every even-numbered month at noon, during which board elections are conducted; the board is elected and volunteer-based, supported by an Executive Committee.
    • Board of Governors Meetings and Elections
      Convenes Board of Governors meetings on the third Wednesday of every even month at noon and conducts board elections during these meetings.
    • Board of Governors Meetings and Elections
      Convenes Board of Governors meetings on the third Wednesday of every even month at noon and conducts board elections during these meetings.
    • Board of Governors Meetings and Elections
      Convenes Board of Governors meetings on the third Wednesday of every even month at noon and conducts board elections during these meetings.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$271K
Contributions & grants$262K97%
Program service revenue$9K3%
Investment income$1020%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$245K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$111K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$616K
Cash$595K
Investments$0
Liabilities$111K
Net assets$504K
Liquid reserves29.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +50.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
PEGGY BAKER EXECUTIVE DI 40 $81K
board members · 24
  • BARB SCHAFFER RN — DIRECTOR
  • BILLY WARREN — DIRECTOR
  • CASEY SOLEM MD — DIRECTOR
  • CHRIS RIDDLE — DIRECTOR
  • CORI HAYES — DIRECTOR
  • FRANCO CASTRO-MARIN MD — DIRECTOR
  • GARTH GEMAR MD — CHAIR
  • GEORGIA BISSONNETTE — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIE WYATT — DIRECTOR
  • JORDAN JACOBS MD — DIRECTOR
  • KAYLA COLE — DIRECTOR
  • KRISTIN NIEHOFF RN — DIRECTOR
  • MARCIA BARRY RN — SECRETARY
  • MARK HANSEN — DIRECTOR
  • MICHELLE ANGLE — DIRECTOR
  • MIKE NAEHRBASS — DIRECTOR
  • NICK ELLS — DIRECTOR
  • RAY OCHOA — DIRECTOR
  • ROBERT LONDEREE — PAST CHAIR
  • ROY RYALS — TREASURER
  • RYAN SOUTHWORTH DO — DIRECTOR
  • SANDY NYGAARD — DIRECTOR
  • SCOTT BENZING — DIRECTOR
  • SHEILA BRYANT RN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23

who they work with

  • ADHS/BEMSTS Government — Collaborated with AEMS on National Crash Responder Safety Week observance.
  • American Burn Association Network — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Arizona Center for Rural Health Partner — Co-presented a webinar on maternal emergency preparedness, sponsored by AEMS.
  • Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics Network — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Government — STAB position is appointed by the AZDHS Director.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Government — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma System (BEMSTS) Government — Functions as the Central Arizona Regional EMS Coordinating System on behalf of this department.
  • Arizona Perinatal Trust Partner — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Arizona Stroke Initiative Partner — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Arizona TIM Coalition Coalition — Partnered with AEMS to promote National Crash Responder Safety Week.
  • BEMSTS Medical Director Government — Protocols, Medications, and Devices Committee positions are appointed by the BEMSTS Medical Director.
  • Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma System Government — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Child Protection Team Partner — Co-sponsored the annual Child Maltreatment Symposium with AEMS.
  • EMS professionals Partner — Collaborates with EMS professionals in Functional Group meetings to develop programs and resolve issues in emergency medical services.
  • Governor of Arizona Government — EMS Council positions are appointed by the Governor.
  • Phoenix Children’s Partner — Co-sponsors a Pediatric ITLS course with Arizona Emergency Medical Systems.
  • Phoenix Children’s Trauma Program Partner — Collaborated with AEMS to sponsor a Pediatric ITLS course and an annual Child Maltreatment Symposium.
  • Phoenix Stroke Center Workgroup Partner — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Save Hearts in Arizona Registry & Education Partner — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • State Trauma Advisory Board Government — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • University of Arizona Office of Rural Health Partner — Source of information and expertise used in developing categorization guidelines and matrix.
  • Zoom Partner — Platform used to host virtual Board of Governors meetings.
  • trauma care professionals Partner — Engages trauma care professionals in Functional Group meetings to support emergency medical services improvement initiatives.