activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 1
- Annual Conference Organization Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOrganizes and hosts the annual Arizona Ambulance Association Conference, such as the 2026 event held on August 5–6 at the NAU High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff, AZ. The conference provides continuing education units (CEUs) in billing and compliance, facilitates professional networking with vendors, and brings together industry leaders and subject matter experts.
advocacy · 6
- Advocacy for Ambulance Services Healthcare Professional AdvocacyAdvocates for legislative changes and policies that benefit ambulance services, including advocating for the extension of Medicare Ambulance add-on payments and addressing technical issues with state reporting systems.
- Advocacy on Federal and State Ambulance Policy Healthcare Professional AdvocacyEngages in advocacy efforts to influence ambulance-related legislation and regulations, including successful advocacy for the passage of H.R. 7148 Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, which extended Medicare Ambulance add-on payments through December 31, 2027. Also advocates for operational improvements by addressing issues like the non-functional HB2609 Report Generator on the AZPIERS website with ADHS BEMSTS.
- Advocates for ambulance providers in state and federal policy Healthcare Professional AdvocacyEngages in advocacy efforts on behalf of Arizona ambulance service providers, including lobbying for the passage of H.R. 7148 (Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026) to extend Medicare Ambulance add-on payments through 2027, and representing provider interests in state-level regulatory matters.
- Communicates regulatory and financial updates to members Health Plan & Reimbursement Rate ManagementDisseminates critical policy and financial information to members, such as announcing the 2026 Ambulance Inflation Factor (AIF) of 2% effective January 1 to December 31, 2026.
- Dissemination of Regulatory and Financial Updates Health Plan & Reimbursement Rate ManagementCommunicates key regulatory and financial updates to members, such as announcing the 2026 Ambulance Inflation Factor (AIF) of 2%, effective January 1 to December 31, 2026, ensuring members are informed about changes impacting reimbursement and operations.
- Monitors and responds to state regulatory and technical issues Healthcare Professional AdvocacyEngages with state agencies such as ADHS BEMSTS to identify and resolve operational issues, including reporting a non-functional HB2609 Report Generator on AZPIERS and advocating for relief from reporting requirements during technical outages.
capacity building · 7
- Annual Conference Organization Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOrganizes and hosts an annual conference for ambulance industry leaders and subject matter experts, offering professional networking opportunities, and providing continuing education units (CEUs) for billing and compliance.
- Annual Conference OrganizationOrganizes and hosts an annual conference for industry leaders and subject matter experts, offering professional networking opportunities, and providing continuing education units (CEUs) for billing and compliance.
- Conducts monthly virtual board meetings for member engagement Member Meetings and ConventionsFacilitates monthly virtual board meetings that allow member agencies to stay informed, participate in association business, and contribute to organizational decision-making.
- Hosts annual conference for ambulance industry professionals Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOrganizes and hosts the annual Arizona Ambulance Association Conference, such as the 2026 event held on August 5–6 at the NAU High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff, providing professional networking, access to vendors, and continuing education units (CEUs) in billing and compliance.
- Member Engagement and Governance Member Meetings and ConventionsConducts monthly virtual board meetings that members can attend to stay informed, contribute input, and participate in association governance and decision-making processes.
- Monthly Virtual Board Meetings Member Meetings and ConventionsConducts monthly virtual board meetings, allowing members to participate, receive updates, and contribute to the association's business and decision-making processes.
- Monthly Virtual Board Meetings Member Meetings and ConventionsConducts monthly virtual board meetings, providing a platform for members to participate, receive updates, and contribute to the association's business.
strategies · 18
how they think
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- Expansion of federal funding access for rural EMSAdvocates for the inclusion of rural EMS and ambulance programs in federal funding initiatives and contributes strategic input to state bodies to improve rural emergency medical services infrastructure.
- Industry convening and education annual_conferenceHosts an annual conference to bring together ambulance industry stakeholders for education, networking, and collaboration, strengthening the sector’s capacity and cohesion.
- Industry convening and education annual_conferenceHosts an annual conference to bring together ambulance industry stakeholders for education, networking, and collaboration, strengthening the sector through shared knowledge and professional development.
- Industry convening and education annual_conferenceHosts an annual conference to bring together ambulance industry stakeholders for education, networking, and collaboration, strengthening sector-wide capacity and alignment.
- Member-driven legislative advocacy member-driven advocacyThe organization engages member agencies in advocacy by collecting their input on proposed legislation and using it to inform lobbying efforts, ensuring that policy positions reflect the collective interests of ambulance operators.
- Member-driven legislative advocacy member-driven advocacyThe organization engages member agencies in advocacy by collecting input on proposed legislation and using it to inform lobbying efforts, ensuring that policy positions reflect the collective interests of ambulance operators.
- Member-driven legislative advocacy member-driven advocacyThe organization engages member agencies in advocacy by collecting input on proposed legislation and leveraging collective input to represent the industry before legislative and regulatory bodies, ensuring that lobbying efforts reflect member needs and priorities.
- Reimbursement reform advocacy advocacy_for_reimbursement_reformThe organization lobbies for permanent and adequate reimbursement structures for ambulance services, specifically advocating for payment models aligned with the Medicare GADCS report to ensure financial sustainability of agencies.
- Reimbursement reform advocacy advocacy_for_reimbursement_reformThe organization lobbies for permanent and adequate reimbursement structures for ambulance services, specifically advocating for payment models aligned with the Medicare GADCS report to ensure financial sustainability of ambulance agencies.
- Reimbursement reform advocacy advocacy_for_reimbursement_reformThe organization lobbies for permanent and adequate reimbursement for ambulance services, aligning its policy demands with the Medicare GADCS report to ensure financial sustainability for member agencies.
- Reimbursement reform advocacy advocacy_for_reimbursement_reformThe organization lobbies for sustainable and equitable reimbursement models for ambulance services, specifically advocating for payment structures aligned with the Medicare GADCS report to ensure financial viability of agencies.
- Rural EMS and federal funding advocacyAdvocates for the inclusion of rural EMS and ambulance programs in federal funding initiatives and contributes strategic input to state-level rural EMS planning to improve access and sustainability in underserved areas.
- Rural EMS and federal funding advocacyAdvocates for the inclusion of rural emergency medical services in federal funding programs and contributes strategic input to state leadership to improve rural EMS infrastructure and policy.
- Rural EMS and federal funding advocacyAdvocates for the inclusion of rural emergency medical services in federal funding initiatives and contributes strategic input to state leadership to improve rural EMS infrastructure and policy.
- Workforce mobility and licensure reformEngages with state EMS councils and professional associations to support the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA), aiming to enhance emergency response through improved workforce mobility.
- Workforce mobility and licensure reformSupports legislative initiatives like the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA) to enhance emergency response through improved workforce mobility across states.
- Workforce mobility and licensure reformSupports legislative efforts like the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA) to enhance emergency response capabilities by improving workforce mobility across state lines.
- Workforce mobility and licensure reformSupports legislative efforts such as the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA) to enhance workforce mobility and strengthen emergency response capacity across state lines through collaboration with state EMS councils and professional associations.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
EMS Workforce Development Initiative
Supports efforts to join the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA) and promotes training, upskilling, and wellness programs for rural EMS personnel
Medicare Ambulance Payment Extension Monitoring
Tracks and communicates federal Medicare ambulance payment extensions and lobbies for permanent reimbursement reforms
Rural Health Transformation Program Advocacy
Advocates for inclusion of rural EMS and ambulance programs in Arizona’s Rural Health Transformation Program funding initiatives and policy development
State Regulatory Compliance Assistance
Assists member agencies with ADHS BEMSTS reporting requirements, including HB2609 response time reports and ARCR submissions
relationships · 45
who they work with
- ADHS Government — President sent a message to the Assistant Director regarding technical issues with a state-hosted report.
- ADHS BEMSTS Government — Notified about a non-operational report generator and requested guidance for submissions.
- ADHS BEMSTS Government — Submitted ideas for rural EMS strategies to ADHS BEMSTS.
- AZ Fire and Medical Authority Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- American Medical Response of Maricopa, LLC dba American Medical Response Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Arizona Government — State-level representation and advocacy for ambulance services.
- Arizona Ambulance Association Network — General membership is open to all certified ground and air ambulance providers in the state.
- Arizona Fire District Association Partner — Engages with the Arizona Fire District Association regarding the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA).
- Arizona Governor’s office Government — Submitted ideas for rural EMS strategies to the Governor's office.
- Arizona’s hospitals Partner — Signed a letter of support for Arizona's application to the Federal Rural Health Transformation Program.
- CMS Government — Resumed processing Medicare ground ambulance extension payments and instructed Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to lift claims holds.
- Casa Grande Fire Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- City Of Phoenix Fire Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Drury Inn & Suites Flagstaff Partner — Designated hotel hosting AZAA members during the 2026 annual conference
- Eloy Fire District Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Gila River EMS Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Goodyear Fire Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Maricopa Ambulance Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Medicaid health plans Partner — Signed a letter of support for Arizona's application to the Federal Rural Health Transformation Program.
- Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) Government — Instructed by CMS to lift claims holds and process claims for certain services impacted by expired Medicare legislative payment provisions.
- Mesa Fire and Medical Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- NAU High Country Conference Center Partner — Host venue for the 2026 AZAA annual conference
- Peoria Fire-Medical Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Professional Firefighters of Arizona Partner — Engages with the Professional Firefighters of Arizona regarding the EMS Personnel Licensure Compact (REPLICA).
- Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Rio Verde Fire District Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Salt River Fire Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
- Scottsdale Fire Department Partner — Listed as a partner organization.
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