Medical escort

Medical escort is a non-emergency medical service provided by air ambulance, medical escort companies and at times self employed Medical escort freelancers, which typically work for a Medical Company.

Cost effectiveness comes from using Commercial aircrafts first and business class chairs, but on some occasions an airline stretcher will be used if that patient is unable to sit up for landing and take off. Several rows of seating in the back of the plane allow for a medical stretcher to do a non-emergency medical transport. Medical escort crews are supplied with equipment that enables them to provide medical treatment to a non emergency patient. Common equipment for Medical escort services includes basic medication, monitoring unit, and CPR equipment

Some programs provide the full spectrum of medical professionals, including certified paramedics, critical care nurses, Respiratory Therapists and physicians. Receiving physicians consult with the referring physician to jointly determine the most appropriate level of care and transportation.