AP89 Industry Day 2 Session 1.pdf

2nd Ambulance Industry Day July 20, 2023 Sessions 1 and 2 (36C24523Q0749)

VISN 5: Capitol Health Care Network

summary of an industry day held by the Department of Veterans Affairs for ambulance service providers, specifically focusing on the change in rates VA pays for special modes of transportation (AP89). The key components discussed include the new payment methodology for special mode transportation, effective from February 16, 2024, which will be based on the Medicare Part B ambulance fee schedule. The implementation plan involves contract solicitation and award at the VAMC level, with standardized performance requirements and the use of VA-provided software application called VetRide for trip requests and claims submission. The timeline for solicitations to begin is outlined, with pre-award planning ongoing and solicitations expected to start around September 1.

The document also highlights the key features of VetRide software, including enabling timely trip acceptance/rejection, monitoring transport progress, and facilitating claims submission. Next steps include a demonstration of the VetRide application in session #2, enterprise contract solicitation prioritization with VISNs/VAMCs, stakeholder training continuation, and an upcoming Industry Day #3 in late August. Questions and answers were encouraged during the event, with unanswered questions to be addressed via an amendment to SAM Notice ID 36C24523Q0749.