Protecting Emergency Services in California's Rural Communities

Protecting Emergency Services in California's Rural Communities Protecting Emergency Services in California's Rural Communities Protecting Emergency Services in California's Rural Communities

Fighting for fair funding and a sustainable future for rural ambulance providers in San Bernardino County

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Who We Are

The Desert EMS Alliance is a coalition of ambulance providers serving San Bernardino County’s most remote regions. We work to ensure access to 911 services and advocate for equitable reimbursement policies.

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Our Priorities

🚑 Funding Fairness
We fight to secure fair Medi-Cal and state reimbursements.
🏥 Support for Rural Hospitals
Barstow, Needles & Twentynine Palms need investment.
🌐 Infrastructure Equity
Broadband, clean energy & housing are critical.

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Fixing a Broken Model

We’re urging the Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) to adopt a modest rural rate increase — a small policy change that could preserve 911 access across the desert.

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Who's With Us

Supervisor Dawn Rowe (3rd District, Chair of the Board & Former Chair of IEHP Governing Board)
Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. (5th District, Vice Chair)
Supervisor Paul Cook (1st District)

Supervisor Jesse Armendariz (2nd District, IEHP Governing Board Member)

Supervisor Curt Hagman (4th District, IEHP Governing Board Member)

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