AmbulancesThe Alberta Government has outlined the current rates that are charged for Ambulance Services. If patient coverage information is not provided at the time EMS service is provided, the patient will receive a bill. If the patient has coverage through a government program (either Federal or Provincial) or other insurance they will need to work with their coverage provider on bill payment process.
If you have any questions regarding an ambulance bill you have received, contact Accounts Receivable by calling Pulse at 780-743-7000.
Current rates
All Albertans, regardless of where they live in the province, pay the same rate for ground ambulance service in Alberta.
The provincial rate has two fees:
- $250 if a patient is not transported, or
- $385 if a patient is transported
An additional $200 is charged to a patient who is a non-resident of Alberta, whether the patient is transported or not.
Ambulance fee exemptions
Payment for ambulance services is the responsibility of the patient unless they are covered by a government program or private insurance. If you received a bill but are a senior, have treaty coverage or are on income support, it is important that you contact Accounts Receivable to provide your plan information. If you have non-group supplementary insurance of any other insurance plan, you will be required to pay your invoice and submit directly to your plan provider for reimbursement.
You will not receive a bill if you are transferred between Alberta Health Facilities. You will also not receive a bill for air transportations.