Description
Forrest Health is seeking a vendor to provide non-emergent patient transport services. The vendor will be responsible for administering and operating a non-emergent transportation brokerage program, including establishing a network of providers, authorizing and coordinating trips, and managing reimbursement. The vendor must comply with federal and state laws, as well as Mississippi Division of Medicaid policies. Key requirements include providing a unit rate for each service, having a minimum of five years of experience in providing non-emergent transportation services, and maintaining a network of providers that can meet the needs of beneficiaries. Some key features of the job include:
• The vendor must provide transportation services 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, with peak times between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• The vendor must prioritize nursing home patients being discharged from Forrest Health facilities.
• The vendor must provide car seats for beneficiaries and their minor children.
• The vendor must have a vehicle preventative maintenance program in place and be able to provide evaluations and service records.
• The vendor must ensure that all drivers are uniformed and easily identifiable.
• The vendor must have a written plan for transporting beneficiaries during adverse weather conditions.