Public Consulting Group  

Boston,  MA 
United States
http://publicconsultinggroup.com/ems
  • Booth: 20072


Welcome to FRI 2021!

Public Consulting Group (PCG) is committed to developing practical solutions to help improve operational and financial performance, achieve and maintain compliance, and deliver high quality services. Our experience providing revenue optimization, cost reporting, and consulting services to 500+ fire and EMS providers across the country sets us apart from other firms. To learn more, visit http://publicconsultinggroup.com/ems


 Videos

Public Consulting Group (PCG): EMS Overview Video

 Show Specials

  • Grab 30 minutes with us to learn how Public Consulting Group (PCG) enables you to leverage our proven approach, deep program knowledge, and experienced team to design and implement an EMS cost recovery program that utilizes existing expenditures to maximize Medicaid revenues for EMS providers. Click here to reserve your spot today! 

  • Grab 15 minutes with us in which we can discuss current and pending state initiatives and solutions that can make a big impact on your department. Public Consulting Group (PCG) is committed to developing practical solutions to help Fire and EMS (Emergency Medical Services). Click here to reserve your spot today! 

 Press Releases

  • The Public Consulting Group (PCG) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) first partnered in 2019 to assist fire departments in understanding new federal regulations which require ground ambulance transport agencies to gather data on their agency’s ground ambulance transportation services, also known as the Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection (MGADC) program. This partnership continues in 2021 and will help fire departments better track their agency’s costs related emergency medical service (EMS) operations and performanceestablish and maximize Medicaid revenue enhancement opportunities, through programs such as the Ground Emergency Medical Transportation (GEMT) program, and equip departments with the tools they need to successfully participate in the MGADC 

     

    The IAFC is thrilled to work with PCG as both organizations strive to educate fire and emergency medical services leaders and the first responder community at large. Through a combination of virtual and in-person learning opportunities, the IAFC and PCG will help fire chiefs understand federal regulations that require the collection of ground ambulance activity, cost, and revenue data. The insights from this data will be invaluable in increasing federal reimbursement for ambulance service as well as supporting fire chiefs to enhance the quality and effectiveness of their own agency’s EMS operations.  

     

    PCG is committed to developing practical solutions to help IAFC members improve operational and financial performance, achieve and maintain compliance with federal regulations, and deliver high-quality EMS services. The IAFC is committed to the life, health, and professional development of the fire and EMS community through vision, information, education, services, and representation to enhance their professionalism and capabilities. The partnership between the IAFC and PCG will aid fire and EMS chiefs to more effectively monitor and assess the financial aspects of their EMS and ambulance operations. 

     

    Marc Staubley, Director, Health Practice Area, said, PCG is excited to continue our partnership with the IAFC to bring innovation and funding to Fire and EMS providers across the country. This partnership reflects our strong desire to support organizations that share our vision and commitment to serving our community.” 
     

    Fire Chief Ken Stuebing, IAFC Acting President and Chairman of the Board, said, Over the past two years, this partnership has led to widely attended webinars, podcasts, and in-person networking functionsPGC provides valuable content via distance learning platforms that supportour members and the fire service during COVID and travel restrictions. The IAFC looks forward to continuing this partnership with PCG and to developing new educational opportunities to assist IAFC members in leading their fire departments into the future. 

    PCG’s experience providing revenue optimization, GEMT cost reporting, MGADC preparedness, and consulting services to over 450 fire and EMS providers across the country makes them a most welcome partner of the IAFC. Throughout 2021, the IAFC and PCG anticipate offering a collection of virtual learning, including webinars and podcasts. The IAFC and PCG also look forward to hosting in-person learning events at the Fire-Rescue International conference in July as well as the VCOS Symposium in the Sun conference in November. 

     

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    Media Inquiries 

     

    IAFC: Steven IlchishinDirector of Communications 

    PCG:  Sarah DiCicco, Senior Consultant 


 Products

  • Supplemental Payment Programs for EMS
    State Medicaid agencies and the EMS community can work together to cover the shortfall by taking advantage of an innovative reimbursement mechanism offered by the federal government. Public Consulting Group can show you how....

  • The EMS supplemental payment program–also known as Ground Emergency Medical Transportation (GEMT) and Public Emergency Medical Transportation (PEMT)–requires no additional spending by the state Medicaid agency beyond what it pays providers now. PCG works on behalf of EMS providers to establish a cost recovery program, gain state and federal approval, maximize revenue, accurately identify all allowable revenue sources, ensure compliance, and prepare annual cost reports. Using our extensive experience and Web Based Solution, our team will work with you to:

    - Complete Cost Reports

    - Prepare an audit trail

    - Assist with maintaining compliance

    - Facilitate trainings and ongoing support

    - Implement and expand programs

    - Perform cost of service analysis

    - Develop a detailed rate analysis

  • Medicare Cost Survey for Ambulance Services
    Public Consulting Group (PCG) is here to help you navigate the data collection process and completion of the Medicare Cost Survey. Our three service levels allow you to get just the right amount of guidance and support based on your needs and budget....

  • What is the Medicare Cost Survey?

    As part of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires that all providers of ground ambulance services collect and report expenditures, revenues, utilization, and other departmental statistics. This data will be used to assess current payment rates and inform future reimbursement rates. In November 2019, CMS selected 2,600 ambulance providers to complete the Medicare Cost Survey. “Failure to sufficiently submit the required information will result in a 10 percent reduction to payments under the Ambulance Fee Schedule (AFS) for one year” (CMS, 2019). Precise and complete cost data collection is critical to the establishment of adequate future rates.

    How Can PCG Help You?

    We’re here to help you navigate the data collection process and completion of the Medicare Cost Survey. Our three service levels allow you to get just the right amount of guidance and support based on your needs and budget:

    1. Medicare Cost Survey training via our secure web-based portal, tools that facilitate the data collection and report preparation process and help desk support.

    2. Detailed desk review and variance analysis with like-sized providers and scheduled conference call to review recommendations.

    3. Comprehensive cost report survey preparation by our team of experts and full CMS audit support.

    Why Should You Partner With PCG?

    Public Consulting Group (PCG) is the nation’s leader in providing ground emergency medical transport (GEMT) and Medicare cost reporting services. Our team has more than 30 years of experience working with state-operated facilities on cost reports submission to the Medicare intermediary. We leverage our extensive knowledge and experience to guide our partners on allowable costs, provider charges, prospective payments, and appeals for Medicare. Additionally, we have developed a proprietary web-based solution to streamline the survey process, vastly reduce the administrative burden, and maximize compliance and accuracy.

    PCG has generated over $400 million for public EMS providers across the country through Medicaid cost recovery programs. We offer services ranging from cost report preparation and audit support to statewide program administration.

    We understand the operations and cost structures of EMS departments, which enables us to ensure that cost surveys are completed accurately and properly in accordance with Medicare regulations of EMS departments, which enables us to ensure that cost surveys are completed accurately and properly in accordance with Medicare regulations.