DAR File No. 43257
This rule was published in the November 1, 2018, issue (Vol. 2018, No. 21) of the Utah State Bulletin.
Health, Family Health and Preparedness, Emergency Medical Services
Rule R426-3
Licensure
Notice of Proposed Rule
(Amendment)
DAR File No.: 43257
Filed: 10/15/2018 09:23:51 AM
RULE ANALYSIS
Purpose of the rule or reason for the change:
These changes update language to be consistent with Title 26-8a, replace the existing emergency rule for ambulance providers, remove language for air ambulance licensing, and amend mutual aid requirements for ambulance providers.
Summary of the rule or change:
These amendments update language to be consistent with Title 26-8a by changing the term "licensed" to include individuals, and delete language for the licensure of air ambulance providers since a new rule (R426-10) is being concurrently submitted to address those requirements. These amendments also reflect an expectation of mutual aid support to adjoining EMS service areas for ground ambulance providers.
Statutory or constitutional authorization for this rule:
- Section 26-8a
Anticipated cost or savings to:
the state budget:
These proposed rule changes are not expected to have any fiscal impact on state government revenues or expenditures because they are for the changing of terminology and documentation for licensed ambulance providers. State expenditures and staff time are not affected.
local governments:
A possible fiscal benefit will result to all licensed ambulance service providers by removing the requirement for a written mutual aid agreement with adjoining geographical service areas as a condition of licensing or license renewal.
small businesses:
A possible fiscal benefit will result to the one small licensed ambulance service provider by removing the requirement for a written mutual aid agreement with adjoining geographical service areas as a condition of licensing or license renewal.
persons other than small businesses, businesses, or local governmental entities:
These rule changes are not expected to have any fiscal impact on persons other than small businesses, businesses, or local governmental entities, because these amendments do not put any additional constraints on affected parties. These rule changes include updates to language, punctuation, references, formatting, and deletion of air ambulance language. A possible fiscal benefit might be due to amendments for aid agreements. These rule changes will simplify the licensing application, and clarify the intent of the aid agreement process.
Compliance costs for affected persons:
These proposed rule amendments are not expected to have any fiscal impact on affected persons.
Comments by the department head on the fiscal impact the rule may have on businesses:
After conducting a thorough analysis, it was determined that these rule amendments will not result in fiscal impact to businesses.
Joseph K. Miner, MD, Executive Director.
The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Office of Administrative Rules, or at:
HealthFamily Health and Preparedness, Emergency Medical Services
3760 S HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84106
Direct questions regarding this rule to:
- Guy Dansie at the above address, by phone at 801-273-6671, by FAX at 801-273-4165, or by Internet E-mail at gdansie@utah.gov
Interested persons may present their views on this rule by submitting written comments to the address above no later than 5:00 p.m. on:
12/03/2018
This rule may become effective on:
12/10/2018
Authorized by:
Joseph Miner, Executive Director
RULE TEXT
Appendix 1: Regulatory Impact Summary Table*
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*This table only includes fiscal impacts that could be measured. If there are inestimable fiscal impacts, they will not be included in this table. Inestimable impacts for State Government, Local Government, Small Businesses and Other Persons are described in the narrative. Inestimable impacts for Non-Small Businesses are described in Appendix 2.
Appendix 2: Regulatory Impact to Non-Small Businesses
This rule change is not expected to have any fiscal impacts on large businesses revenues or expenditures, because the amendments do not require any additional constraints on affected parties. The rule changes include updates to language, punctuation, references, formatting, and deletion of air ambulance language.
A possible fiscal benefit might be due to amendments for aid agreements. The rule changes will simplify the licensing application, and clarify the intent of the aid agreement process.
I approve publication of this proposed amendment to rule R426-3 Emergency Medical Services. Licensure. Joseph Miner, MD
R426. Health, Family Health and Preparedness, Emergency Medical Services.
R426-3. Licensure.
R426-3-100. Authority and Purpose.
(1) This Rule [is established under Chapter 8, Title 26a, Chapter 8a.
It ]establishes standards for the licensure of [ an air ambulance, ]ground ambulance[,] and paramedic services.
(2) The purpose of this rule is to set
forth [air and ]ground ambulance policies, rules, and
standards adopted by the Utah Emergency Medical Services Committee,
which promotes and protects the health and safety of the people of
this state.
[(3) The definitions in Title 26, Chapter 8a are adopted and
incorporated by reference into this rule.]
R426-3-200. Requirement for Licensure.
(1) A person who provides or represents
that it provides [air ambulance, ]ground ambulance, paramedic ground
ambulance, or paramedic services shall first be licensed by the
Department.
R426-3-300. Licensure Types.
(1) The Department may issue exclusive ground ambulance transport licenses for the following types of service at the given levels:
(a) emergency medical technician (EMT);
(b) advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT); and
(c) paramedic.
[(2) Current emergency medical technician intermediate
advanced (EMT-IA) licenses will remain in effect, no new EMT-IA
ground ambulance licenses will be issued.]
([3]2) The Department may issue exclusive ground ambulance
inter-facility transport licenses for the following types of
service at the given levels:
(a) emergency medical technician (EMT);
(b) advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT); and
(c) paramedic.
([4]3) The Department may issue exclusive paramedic,
non-transport licenses.
([5]4) The Department may issue a paramedic tactical license
that is a [designation of ]function not
tied to a specific geographical location.
[R426-3-310. Air Ambulance Licensure Types.
(1) The Department may issue an Air Ambulance provider a
license in accordance with services accredited by a Department
approved accreditation vendor.]
R426-3-400. Scope of Operations.
(1) A ground ambulance or paramedic
licensed provider [as described in R426-3-300 ]may only provide
service to its specific licensed geographic service area and is
responsible to provide all services to its entire specific
geographic service area except as provided by [R426-3-900 Aid Agreements]aid agreements. It will provide emergency medical services
for its category of licensure[that corresponds to the licensed levels in R426-5 Emergency
Medical Services Training, Licensure and Certification
Standards].
(2) A ground ambulance provider or
paramedic service provider [as described in R426-3-300 ]shall provide services
24 hours a day, every day of the year.
[(3) Air ambulance services shall provide services 24 hours
a day, every day of the year as allowed by weather
conditions.]
([4]3) A ground ambulance provider or paramedic service provider
[as described in R426-3-300 ]shall provide all
standby services for any special event that requires ground
ambulance or paramedic services within its geographic service area.
The licensed provider may arrange for those services through [R426-3-900 ]aid agreements. Designated quick
response units may also support licensed ground ambulance or
paramedic services at special events. If a licensed provider
refuses to provide service, or is non-responsive in a timely manner
to a request for a special event, the event organizer may use a
licensed or designated provider of their choice.
R426-3-500. Minimum Licensure Requirements [
Air Ambulance,
]Ground Ambulance[,
] and Paramedic Services.
A licensed provider [conforming to R426-3-200 ]shall meet the following
minimum requirements:
(1) sufficient [air or ]ground ambulances, emergency response
vehicle(s), equipment, and supplies that meet the requirements of
this rule and as may be necessary to carry out its responsibilities
under its license or proposed license without relying upon aid
agreements with other licensed provider;
(2) locations or staging areas for stationing its vehicles;
(3) a current written dispatch agreement with a designated emergency medical dispatch center;
(4) ground ambulances may have current written aid agreements with other ground ambulance licensed providers to give assistance in times of unusual demand;
(5) a Department certified EMS training officer that is responsible for continuing education;
(6) a current plan of operations[.];
(7) a description of how the licensed
provider or applicant proposes to interface with other licensed and
designated EMS providers[.];
(8) demonstrate fiscal viability;
(9) medical personnel roster which
includes level of licensure to ensure there is sufficient trained
and licensed staff [who meet the requirements of R426-4-200 Staffing,
and]for operational procedures[.];
(10) all
proposed permitted vehicles; [shall be equipped to allow field EMS personnel to be able
to:
(a) communicate with hospital emergency departments,
dispatch centers, EMS providers, and law enforcement services;
and
(b) communicate on radio frequencies assigned to the
Department for EMS use by the Federal Communications
Commission.]
(11) a current written agreement with a
Department-certified off-line medical director or a medical
director certified in the state where the service is based[ pursuant to R426-3-700.];
(12) provide [the Department with ]a copy of its certificate of
insurance or if seeking application, provide proof of the ability
to obtain insurance to respond to damages due to operation of a
vehicle [or air ambulance ]in the manner and following
minimum amounts:
(a) liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 for each individual claim; and
(b) liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 for property damage from any one occurrence;
(c) [the licensed provider as described in R426-3-300
shall ]obtain the insurance from an insurance company
authorized to write liability coverage in Utah or through a
self-insurance program and shall:
(i) provide the Department with a copy of its certificate of insurance demonstrating compliance with this section; and
(ii) direct the insurance carrier or
self-insurance program to notify the Department of all changes in
insurance coverage within 60 days[.];
(13) not be disqualified for [any of the following reasons:
(a) violation of Subsection 26-8a-504; or
(b) ]disciplinary action relating to an EMS
license, permit, designation, or certification in this or any other
state[that adversely affect its service under its license;
and];
(14) [A]a paramedic tactical service [as described in R426-3-300 ]shall be a public
safety agency or have a letter of recommendation from a county or
city law enforcement agency within the paramedic tactical
service's geographic service area[.];
[(15) In areas that are served by more than one transport
provider, both providers shall have an agreement addressing first
response and transport responsibilities for all types of facilities
listed in R426-1-200(29) in effect by June 30, 2018 and shall
provide copies to the Department and all impacted PSAP's and
dispatch centers. The Department may act as mediator if needed to
reach agreement.]
(15) applicable fees and application on Department-approved forms to the Department;
(16) a detailed description and detailed map of the exclusive geographical areas that will be served;
(17) if the requested geographical service area is for less than all ground ambulance or paramedic services, the applicant shall include a written description and detailed map showing how the areas not included will receive ground ambulance or paramedic services;
(18) if an applicant is responding to a public bid, the applicant shall include detailed maps and descriptions for all geographical areas served;
(19) documentation showing that the applicant meets all local zoning and business licensing standards within the exclusive geographical service area that it will serve;
(20) a written description of how the applicant will communicate with dispatch centers, law enforcement agencies, on-line medical control, and patient transport destinations;
(21) patient care protocols, medications, and equipment approved by the provider's medical director based on licensure level according to Department policies;
(22) applicant's plans for operations during times of unusual demand;
(23) a written assessment of field performance from the applicant's off-line medical director;
(24) other information that the Department determines necessary for the processing of the application and the oversight of the licensed entity.
(25) written cost, quality, and access goals as described in R426-3-600, if available;
(26) response to a request for proposal;
(27) if, upon Department review, the application for a new license is complete and meets all the requirements, the Department shall issue a notice of approved application;
(28) award of a new license or a renewal license is contingent upon the applicant's demonstration of compliance with all applicable statute and rules and a successful Department quality assurance review;
(29) after review and before issuing a license to a new service, the Department will inspect the ground vehicle(s), equipment, and required documentation; and
(30) a license may be issued for up to a four-year period unless revoked or suspended by the Department. The Department may alter the length of the license to standardize renewal cycles.
R426-3-600. Cost, Quality, and Access Goals for Ground Ambulance Providers.
(1) A local government shall establish
emergency medical service goals[ pursuant to Title 26-8a-408(7)].
(2) Goals shall be renewed every four years in concurrence with the licensure process for the EMS licensed ground ambulance provider. All local governments in a licensed service area are required to participate.
(3) Goals may be amended, if necessary, due to:
(a) unforeseen changes in service
delivery[,];
(b) community impacts[,]; or
(c) significant unforeseen impact in the geographical service area.
(4) Goals shall be written, approved by local governments, and submitted to the Department with licensure and re-licensure application by the EMS licensed ground ambulance provider for the geographical service area.
(5) Local governments may choose to recognize EMS providers who have achieved accreditation by a Department approved accreditation organization as meeting the cost, quality, and access goals.
(6) Cost goals shall indicate the expected financial cost to the local government(s) and patients for the level of service provided.
(7) Quality goals shall indicate the expected level of service plus any additional foreseen improvements or advancements in service expectations.
(8) Access goals shall indicate the local government's expectation for access to the EMS system by any individual within the local government's geographic area.
[R426-3-700. Ground Ambulance or Paramedic Service
Application.
(1) An applicant desiring to obtain a new license for
ground ambulance, or paramedic services shall submit the
applicable fees and application on Department-approved forms to
the Department. As part of the application, the applicant shall
submit documentation that it meets the requirements listed in
R426-3-500 along with the following:
(a) a detailed description and detailed map of the
exclusive geographical areas that will be served;
(b) if the requested geographical service area is for
less than all ground ambulance or paramedic services, the
applicant shall include a written description and detailed map
showing how the areas not included will receive ground ambulance
or paramedic services;
(c) if an applicant is responding to a public bid as
described in 26-8a-405.2 the applicant shall include detailed
maps and descriptions for all geographical areas served in
accordance with 26-8a-405.2(2);
(d) documentation showing that the applicant meets all
local zoning and business licensing standards within the
exclusive geographical service area that it will serve;
(e) a written description of how the applicant will
communicate with dispatch centers, law enforcement agencies,
on-line medical control, and patient transport
destinations;
(f) patient care protocols, medications, and equipment
approved by the provider's medical director based on
licensure level according to Department policies; and
(g) applicant's plans for operations during times of
unusual demand.
(2) An applicant desiring to renew an existing license
shall submit documentation that it meets the requirements listed
in R426-3-500, along with the following:
(a) a written assessment of field performance from the
applicant's off-line medical director; and
(b) other information that the Department determines
necessary for the processing of the application and the oversight
of the licensed entity.
(3) An applicant desiring to obtain a new license or
renew an existing license shall submit written cost, quality, and
access goals as described in R426-3-600, if available.
(4) A ground ambulance or paramedic service holding a
license under 26-8a-404, including any political subdivision that
is part of a special district may respond to a request for
proposal if it complies with 26-8a-405(2).
(5) Upon receipt of an appropriately completed
application, ground ambulance or paramedic service license and
submission of license fees, the Department shall collect
supporting documentation and review each application.
(6) If, upon Department review, the application for a new
license is complete and meets all the requirements, the
Department shall issue a notice of approved application as
required by 26-8a-405 and 406.
(7) Award of a new license or a renewal license is
contingent upon the applicant's demonstration of compliance
with all applicable statute and rules and a successful Department
quality assurance review.
(8) After review and before issuing a license to a new
service, the Department shall directly inspect the ground
vehicle(s), equipment, and required documentation.
(9) A license may be issued for up to a four-year period
unless revoked or suspended by the Department. The Department may
alter the length of the license to standardize renewal
cycles.
R426-3-710. Air Ambulance Application.
An applicant desiring to obtain a new license or to renew
its license for air ambulance services shall submit the
applicable fees and application on Department-approved forms to
the Department. As part of the application, the applicant shall
submit documentation that it meets the requirements listed in
R426-3-500 and the following:
(1) certified articles of incorporation, if
incorporated;
(2) a statement summarizing the training and experience
of the applicant in the air transportation and care of
patients;
(3) a copy of current Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) Air Carrier Operating Certificate authorizing FAR, Part
135, operations;
(4) a copy of the current certificates of insurance
demonstrating coverage for medical malpractice;
(5) a description and location of each dedicated and
back-up air ambulance(s) procured for use in the air ambulance
service, including the make, model, and year of manufacture,
FAA-N number, insignia, name or monogram, or other distinguishing
characteristics;
(6) successful completion of a Department approved
accreditation process and such accreditation decision shall
exclude Federal Aviation Agency or Aviation Deregulation Act
regulated activities;
(7) for new air ambulance services licensed under
R426-3-200, the applicant shall submit an application for
accreditation by a Department approved accreditation process
within one year of receiving a license under this rule;
and
(8) licensed air ambulance services shall achieve
accreditation and maintain accreditation.
(9) Any new air ambulance providers applying for a
license who have been licensed and operating in any other state
for at least one year shall provide the Department with a copy of
a successful accreditation decision, or an application sent to a
Department approved accreditation vendors prior to receiving an
air ambulance license.
(10) Upon receipt of an appropriately completed
application for air ambulance provider license and submission of
license fees, the Department shall collect supporting
documentation and review each application.
(11) After review and before issuing a license to a new
service, the Department shall directly inspect the air
vehicle(s), equipment, and required documentation.
(12) Department approved accreditation vendors shall
allow a Department representative to accompany accreditation
surveyors on site surveys or during any accreditation inspections
at the request of the Department.
(13) If, upon Department review, the application for a
new license is complete and meets all the requirements, the
Department shall issue a notice of approved application as
required by 26-8a-405 and 406.
(14) Award of a new license or a renewal license is
contingent upon the applicant's demonstration of compliance
with all applicable statute and rules and a successful Department
quality assurance review.
(15) Any events impacting patient safety including death,
permanent harm, or severe temporary harm, or requiring
intervention to sustain life shall be reported to the Department
and the associated Department approved accreditation vendor(s) by
the licensed air ambulance provider within 30 days or the
event.
(16) A license may be issued for up to a four-year period
unless revoked or suspended by the Department. The Department may
alter the length of the license to standardize renewal
cycles.]
R426-3-[8]700. Medical Control.
(1) All licensed providers shall enter into a written agreement with a physician to serve as its off-line medical director to supervise the medical care or instructions provided by the field EMS personnel and dispatchers. The physician shall be familiar with:
(a) the design and operation of the local pre-hospital EMS system; and
(b) local dispatch and communication systems and procedures.
(2) The off-line medical director shall:
(a) develop and implement patient care standards which include written standing orders and triage, treatment, and transport protocols;
(b) ensure the qualification of field EMS personnel involved in patient care through the provision of ongoing continuing medical education programs and appropriate review and evaluation;
(c) develop and implement an effective quality improvement program, including medical audit, review, and critique of patient care;
(d) annually review triage, treatment, and transport protocols and update them as necessary;
(e) suspend from patient care, pending Department review, a field EMS personnel who does not comply with local medical triage, treatment and transport protocols, or who violates any of the EMS rules, or who the medical director determines is providing emergency medical service in a careless or unsafe manner. The medical director shall notify the Department within one business day of the suspension;
(f) attend meetings of the local EMS Council, if one exists, to participate in the coordination and operations of local EMS providers; and
(g) licensed providers shall notify the Department if an off-line medical director is replaced, within thirty days.
[(3) It is the responsibility of the air ambulance medical
director to:
(a) authorize written protocols for the use by air
medical attendants and review policies and procedures of the Air
ambulance service; and
(b) develop and review treatment protocols, assess field
performance, and critique at least 10% of the Air ambulance service
runs.]
R426-3-[9]800. Ground Ambulance or Paramedic Service Provider Aid
Agreements.
(1) All licensed ground ambulance providers are expected to render mutual aid support for adjoined geographical service areas. Mutual aid support means that they may be called upon to provide assistance during times of unusual demand. Exceptions for this expectation should be submitted as part of a license application.
(2) Other types of aid agreements shall be in writing, signed by both parties, and detail the:
(a) purpose of the agreement;
(b) type of assistance required;
(c) circumstances under which the assistance would be given; and
(d) duration of the agreement.
(3) The parties shall provide a copy of
any aid agreement(s) except for mutual aid support [as described in R426-3-900(1) ]to the Department
and to the designated emergency medical dispatch center(s) that
dispatch the licensed ground ambulance providers.
(4) When mutual aid support is given [as described in R426-3-900(1), ]the licensed
ground ambulance provider rendering support will be responsible for
the following, unless otherwise stated in writing, and approved by
the Department prior to the event:
(a) billing or other financial reimbursements;
(b) liability for EMS operations related
to staff and patient care[, and;]; and
(c) patient care protocols for licensure level.
R426-3-[11]900. Application Review and Award for Ground Ambulance
Providers Selected by Public Bid.
(1) Upon receipt of an appropriately completed application, for ground ambulance or paramedic service license and submission of license fees, the Department shall collect supporting documentation and review each application.
(2) If, upon Department review, the application is complete and meets all the requirements, the Department shall:
(a) for a new license application, issue a
notice of approved application[as required by 26-8a-405 and 406];
(b) issue a renewal license to an
applicant [in accordance with 26-8a-413(1) and (2) or 26-8a-405.1(3),
whichever is applicable.];
(c) issue a four-year renewal license to a
license selected by a political subdivision if the political
subdivision [certified]verified to the Department that the licensed provider has
met all of the specifications of the original bid and requirements[
of 26-8a-413(1) through 26-8a-313(3)]; or
(d) issue a second four-year renewal license to a licensed provider selected by a political subdivision if:
(i) the political subdivision [certified]verified to the Department that the licensed provider has
met all of the specifications of the original bid and requirements[
of 26-8a(1) through (3)]; and
(ii) if the Department or the political subdivision has not received, prior to the expiration date, written notice from an approved applicant desiring to submit a bid for ambulance or paramedic services.
(3) Upon the request of the political subdivision and the agreement of all interested parties and the Department that the public interest would be served, the renewal license may be issued for a period of less than four years or a new request for the proposal process may be commenced at any time.
R426-3-[12]1000. Criteria for Denial or Revocation of Licensure.
(1) The Department may deny an application for a license, a renewal of a license, or revoke, suspend or restrict a license without reviewing whether a license shall be granted or renewed to meet public convenience and necessity for any of the following reasons:
(a) failure to meet substantial requirements as specified in the rules governing the service;
(b) failure to meet vehicle, equipment, staffing, or insurance requirements;
(c) failure to meet agreements covering training standards or testing standards;
(d) substantial violations[of Subsection 26-8a-504(1)];
(e) a history of disciplinary action relating to a license, permit, designation, or certification in this or any other state;
(f) a history of serious or substantial public complaints;
(g) a history of criminal activity by the licensee or its principals while licensed or designated as an EMS provider or while operating as an EMS service with permitted vehicles;
(h) falsification or misrepresentation of any information in the application or related documents;
(i) failure to pay the required licensing or permitting fees or other fees or failure to pay outstanding balances owed to the Department;
(j) failure to submit records and other
data to the Department as required[by R426-7];
(k) a history of inappropriate billing
practices[, such as:
(i) charging a rate that exceeds the maximum rate allowed
by rule;
(ii) charging for items or services for which a charge is
not allowed by statute or rule; or
(iii) Medicare or Medicaid fraud.];
(l) misuse of grant funds[ received under Section 26-8a-207]; or
(m) violation of OSHA or other federal standards that it is required to meet in the provision of the EMS service.
(2) An applicant or licensed provider that has been denied, revoked, suspended or issued a restricted license may appeal by filing a written appeal within thirty calendar days of the receipt of the issuance of the Department's denial.
R426-3-[13]1100. Change of Owner.
(1) A license and the vehicle permits cannot be transferred to another party.
(2) [As outlined in 26-8a-415, a]A new owner shall submit within 10 (ten) calendar days prior
to acquisition of property, applications and fees for a new license
and vehicle permits.
KEY: emergency medical services, licensure
Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment: [
April 19,
]2018
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26-8a
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