Pragmatic Paramedics PragChat with Alert Medic 1 about NAEMT Interview
May 20, 2024
Alert Medic 1 members Mustafa, Josh, and Ken discuss EMS education, pay, reimbursement, and the NAEMT interview. They debate the Advanced Medic Practitioner concept and advocate for fair compensation for paramedics. Topics include EMS advocacy, paramedic practitioner controversy, and the need for federal billing. The guests emphasize the importance of standardizing paramedic education and valuing experienced paramedics. They also touch on NAEMT's advocacy efforts, challenges in EMS support, and the balance of education in EMS.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
Controversy in EMS Education and Degrees
01:29 • 17min
Proposal for EMS Billing at the Federal Level
18:12 • 4min
Comparing Paramedics to Nurses: Education and Advancement
22:19 • 15min
NAEMT and Advocacy Efforts in Emergency Medical Services
36:51 • 12min
Initiatives and Challenges in Paramedic Support
49:04 • 2min
The Balance of Education in EMS
50:40 • 10min
Challenges of Messaging by Organizations and the Need for Modern Communication Strategies
01:00:48 • 2min
Navigating Challenges and Valuing Different Perspectives
01:02:18 • 6min
Debating the Need for Federal Mandate in Paramedic Regulations
01:07:57 • 2min