If the patient needs transportation to a high level trauma center, a helicopter may be called to the scene or to the hospital for transport to Seattle. Frequently, BLS personnel will ride with ALS personnel and patient to the hospital, driving or assisting medics with care en route. If a Medic One paramedic vehicle provides the transport to the hospital there is no fee for transport. If paramedic transport is not necessary, the patient may be given the option to be transported by private ambulance, go with a relative, or schedule a future appointment with their private doctor. If the Private ambulance is chosen, private ambulances charge a fee for transport.
Staff are available to answer questions and give community presentations.