Commercial Medical Transportation Services: How They Work

1. Commercial Medical Transportation Services: How They Work The global network of scheduled airlines provides easy access to every continent making it easy to transport patients worldwide by airline. Air medical transportation services are a cost-effective alternative to traditional air ambulances. For patients that meet the fit-to-fly criteria, a commercial airline is a viable option. The commercial medical escort service provides bedside to bedside medical care. There will always be a highly trained commercial flight nurse or paramedic on board. They provide oxygen management, sedation, pain management, toileting assistance, oxygen saturation monitoring, monitoring of all vital signs, and basic needs assistance during the flight. If you are concerned about whether or not a medical escort on a commercial airline is the most convenient option for your transportation needs, click on the link below to request a quote. When getting a quote, remember these things: ground transportation, air ticketing, medical equipment, etc. A basic overview of the process of booking commercial medical transportation with Medical Transportation Services All records will be reviewed by a Board Certified Medical Director to determine if the passenger is fit to fly. Obtain full medical reports, release schedules, and other details from the departing and receiving facilities. Verify that necessary medications and oxygen have been arranged by the family if you are traveling home or to family members. Prepare the medical clearance with the airline, and get approval for oxygen needs. The medical escort, the patient, and any companions who are traveling along with them (first class or business class) must be booked at the same time. Arrangements for hotel stays should be made if necessary

2. Commercial Medical Transportation Services: How They Work Make sure all ground transportation is arranged, such as a limo, a wheelchair van, a town car, etc. Assist with the process of going through airport security, boarding an aircraft, and getting to the gate Ensure that all medical equipment, medications, and supplies are available Be sure to inform all members of your family, team, and facility staff about your travel plans.