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Transportation Services  

Transportation services are essential to ensuring Medicaid beneficiaries have reliable access to care while supporting effective program oversight, compliance, and reimbursement. Myers & Stauffer helps state Medicaid agencies strengthen non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT), ground emergency medical transportation (GEMT), and emergency medical transportation programs through data-driven reimbursement analysis, program design, financial evaluation, and program integrity support.

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Supporting Medicaid Transportation Programs
(Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, Ground Emergency Medical Transportation, & Emergency Medical Transportation)

Transportation services are a critical component of Medicaid programs, ensuring beneficiaries can access necessary medical care. These services span multiple delivery models, including non-emergency transportation, emergency transport, and supplemental payment programs, each with distinct reimbursement and oversight requirements. 

Myers & Stauffer supports state agencies in overseeing Medicaid transportation programs through reimbursement analysis, program design, financial evaluation, and compliance support. Our work helps agencies ensure that transportation services are accessible, used appropriately, and reimbursed in accordance with federal and state requirements. 

Where We Support Transportation Services

Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) programs provide access to routine and preventive care for Medicaid beneficiaries. These programs are often administered through brokers or managed care organizations and require ongoing oversight to ensure appropriate utilization and cost control. 

We support agencies with: 

  • Program Design & Oversight 
    Evaluation of NEMT delivery models, including brokered and managed care arrangements. 
  • Utilization & Cost Analysis 
    Analysis of trip volume, service types, and cost drivers to identify trends and risks. 
  • Rate & Payment Review 
    Assessment of reimbursement structures, including per-trip, mileage-based, and capitated arrangements. 
  • Program Integrity & Monitoring 
    Identification of unusual utilization patterns, billing risks, and opportunities for improved oversight. 
  • Data Validation & Reporting 
    Review and validation of transportation data to support accurate reporting and program management. 
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Ground emergency medical transportation (GEMT) programs allow eligible providers, often publicly operated ambulance providers, to receive supplemental Medicaid payments based on allowable costs. 

We assist agencies in developing and administering GEMT programs, including: 

  • Cost reporting and data collection. 
  • Allowable cost determination and reconciliation. 
  • Support for federal claiming and documentation requirements. 
  • Financial analysis and program evaluation. 
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Emergency medical transportation services are a core Medicaid benefit, typically reimbursed through fee schedules or managed care arrangements. 

We support agencies through: 

  • Evaluation of reimbursement methodologies for emergency transport. 
  • Analysis of utilization and cost trends. 
  • Review of payment structures and policy impacts. 
  • Support for oversight and compliance activities. 
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Nationwide experience

Informed by Broader Medicaid Expertise 

Our transportation work is integrated with broader Medicaid program areas, including managed care, reimbursement, and program integrity. 

Data-Driven Oversight Across Transportation Programs 

Transportation programs generate large volumes of trip, claims, and encounter data. Effective oversight depends on accurate data and meaningful analysis. 

We provide: 

  • Data validation and quality assurance. 
  • Identification of anomalies and potential risks. 
  • Utilization and cost trend analysis. 
  • Reporting to support program monitoring and decision-making. 
Supporting Medicaid Program Integrity & Access 

Transportation services must balance access to care with appropriate utilization and fiscal oversight. 

Our work helps agencies: 

  • Maintain access to necessary services. 
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements. 
  • Strengthen program integrity and oversight. 
  • Identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost management. 
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Partner with experts who understand the complexities of health and human services programs. Let us guide your organization through the industry’s unique challenges and opportunities.

Tim Guerrant, CPA
Member

Email: tguerrant@mslc.com
Phone Number: 317-815-2935

Mike Johnson, CPA, CFE
Member

Email: mjohnson@mslc.com
Phone Number: 404-524-0775

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Myers & Stauffer’s deep industry knowledge really stands out. They’ve been in health care for years, especially in pharmacy benefits and Medicaid, so they’re always up to date with the latest regulations. When we face complex issues, I trust their solutions because they’re both compliant and grounded in experience.”

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