What does EMS need before Medicare can be filed?

EMS must have the patient's authorization on file or the patient's authorized representative. This typically is obtained following the call.

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1. Does Torrington Emergency Medical Service file insurance?
2. What if the insurance information was not given at the time of service?
3. How long does it take for my insurance company to pay?
4. How much time will EMS allow me to pay my ambulance bill?
5. Why did my insurance company mail the check to me?
6. Where should I mail my payment?
7. Can I make payments?
8. Do you offer discounts?
9. Does Medicare pay for ambulance transportation?
10. What does EMS need before Medicare can be filed?
11. Does Medicare pay this service in full?
12. What if Medicare denies my claim? What options do I have?
13. Does EMS file supplemental insurance?
14. What is the "garnishment process"?
15. How can I stop the garnishment process once begun?
16. What happens if there is an overpayment on my account?
17. How long does a refund take to receive?
18. What if I do not have insurance?
19. What method of payment do you accept?