The Bureau of EMS (BEMS) regulates non-emergency medical transport in Mississippi and issues permits to entities or persons seeking to operate non-emergency medical transport service.
Permits
The Bureau of EMS (BEMS) regulates non-emergency medical transport in Mississippi and issues permits to entities or persons seeking to operate non-emergency medical transport service.
Effective July 1, 2023, as per statute, non-emergency medical transport providers must obtain a permit prior to engaging in non-emergency medical transportation service.
Regulations/Inspections
Rules and regulations specific to NEMT/NET may be found in EMS Rules and Regulations:
Fees and Application
Pursuant to EMS Rules and Regulations, specifically Rule 1.20.8, the Board of Health has established the fee to be paid for obtaining a NEMT/NET vehicle permit.
For assistance with the application, questions, or additional information, please contact:
Bethany McKissack
Non-Emergency Vehicle Coordinator
310 Airport Road South
Suite B
Pearl, MS 39208
Phone: 601-933-7656
E-mail: Bethany.McKissack@msdh.ms.gov
Sources:
Mississippi Senate Bill 2739, Mississippi State Legislature, 2022 Regular Session (2022).
Mississippi EMS Rules and Regulations, (2023).
BEMS Fee Schedule (2022).
