American Ambulance Association

American Ambulance Association

The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of ambulance services in the United States. Founded in 1979, the AAA advocates for policies that foster excellence in the ambulance services industry and provides research, education and communications programs to enable its members to effectively address the needs of the communities they serve.

History

The American Ambulance Association was established in 1979 to represent the ambulance service industry in the United States. The organization was formed in response to the need for a unified voice to advocate for the interests of ambulance service providers at the national level.

Mission and Goals

The AAA's mission is to promote health care policies that ensure excellence in the ambulance services industry and provide research, education, and communications programs to its members. The organization's goals include advocating for fair reimbursement for ambulance services, promoting the highest standards of patient care, and supporting the development of a highly skilled workforce.

Membership

Membership in the AAA is open to ambulance service providers, emergency medical service professionals, and other stakeholders in the ambulance services industry. Members benefit from advocacy efforts, educational resources, and networking opportunities.

Advocacy

The AAA advocates for policies that support the ambulance services industry. This includes lobbying for fair reimbursement rates for ambulance services, advocating for regulatory reforms that reduce administrative burdens on providers, and promoting policies that support the recruitment and retention of a highly skilled workforce.

Education and Research

The AAA provides a variety of educational resources and research programs to its members. These include webinars, workshops, and publications on topics such as reimbursement, compliance, and workforce development.

See Also

• Emergency medical services in the United States
• Healthcare in the United States
• Ambulance

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