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KY Lawmaker Wants EMS Reimbursements Increased to Address Shortages

Source
Kentucky Lantern
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Date
Feb 4, 2026
Summary
Describes proposed policy to increase emergency medical service (EMS) reimbursement rates in Kentucky. Highlights long response times across the state, particularly for rural residents, and the strain that underfunding puts on EMS workforce.
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Access · Emergency medical services · Emergency medical technicians and paramedics · Legislation and regulations · Reimbursement and payment models · Kentucky