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The Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems has requested we share a change that occurred regarding reporting for Ketamine and Fentanyl.  Previously, a quarterly report was required.  This is no longer the requirement.

Ketamine and Fentanyl reports are to be included within your semi-annual report.

Here is the link to the new form: https://www.health.ny.gov/forms/doh-3848.pdf

Please note!  Semi-annual reports are sent to both the Bureau of Narcotics Enforcement and Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems (information is included on page 2 of the form above)

Lastly, PCRs are not submitted with the semi-annual reports.  Please retain PCRs in-house only.

NYS EMS Agency Leadership and EMS Provider Meeting

Wednesday, August 26th at 2PM

If you are planning to attend the EMS Agency Leadership and EMS Provider Meeting on Wednesday, 26 August 2020 and have a question or topic of discussion for one of the Bureau panelists, please complete the online form (https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/nys-covid-19-response-ems-agency) before 12:00 noon on the 26th so your question or topic of discussion will be ready.

Two topics on this week’s schedule:
• Vital Signs Conference
• Policy 20-07 (Interim guidance for EMS Education Courses)

Please remember to register for the meeting using the links below:

When it’s time, start your Webex event here.

Event number: 171 474 4942
Event password: COVID-19

Event address for attendees: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0e8f56556a6f3797bf538b51d21cacd6

Audio conference information
To receive a call back, provide your phone number when you join the event, or call the number below and enter the access code.
1-518-549-0500 Local

As discussed on the EMS agency leadership call, the Bureau has received multiple questions and complaints regarding the requirements for EMS agencies to comply with reopening guidance. Please download the guidance documents below and review the requirements. This guidance applies to all business, including those that are operating as essential businesses.

Download Notice from Steven Dziura Regarding Business Reopening Plans

Download NYS Business Reopening Safety Plan Template

Attached please find communication from the leadership at Sisters of Charity St. Joseph’s Campus advising of the reopening of the campus.  If you could please distribute the attached memo to your providers it would be greatly appreciated.  Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me, thank you.

Download St Joes Reopening Notice

Emily Rowles AEMT – P, NYS CIC

Lead EMS Liaison, Catholic Health

The NYS EMS Agency Leadership and EMS Provider Meeting that was postponed yesterday afternoon has been rescheduled for July 29 at 3pm

You are welcome to submit questions or topics for discussion in advance by completing the online form: https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/nys-covid-19-response-ems-agency