Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
401 5th Avenue, Suite 1200
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-296-4693
Fax: 206-296-4866
Medic One/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is standing by to help you 24 hours a day with a system that provides a continuum of care that assures every patient the emergency medical attention they need. Learn more by watching our streaming video located on the right side of this page.
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What's New at King County EMS
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Medic One/EMS 2014-2019 Strategic Plan*
*Notice: The plan was updated per Regional Policy Committee action on 4/10/2013
On Monday, May 6, 2013, the King County Council unanimously adopted the Medic One/EMS 2014-2019 Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan is the primary policy and financial document that will direct the Medic One/EMS system into the future. It provides a general description of the programmatic services to be supported throughout the levy period, along with a financial plan and levy rate to implement the recommendations. As the result of a nine-month all-inclusive planning process, the Strategic Plan reflects the collaborative efforts from public and private regional partners, cities, the King County Executive and the EMS Division.
Related press release: County Council approves blueprint for emergency medical service system.
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Every year more than 300,000 Americans die from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) – a condition in which the heart unexpectedly stops beating. It can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any time, even to those with optimal heart health. And when it occurs – seconds count. The Shockingly Simple campaign is aimed at increasing purchases and registration of AEDs by businesses and organizations in Seattle and King County. Learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/aed.
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King County Critical Incident Stress Management Program to Sunset at the end of 2012
After 27 years, the King County Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Program will sunset at the end of this year. The Emergency Medical Services Division of Public Health - Seattle and King County has managed the program since its inception in 1985. The all-volunteer team of mental health professionals and emergency services trained peers have provided crisis support 24/7 to fire and emergency medical services personnel, 911 telecommunicators, law enforcement professionals, corrections officers, and other emergency services personnel, when a critical incident could cause psychological harm.
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Financial Review & Compliance Audit of the 2011 Emergency Medical Services Levy (PDF)
The King County Auditor’s Office recently released its EMS levy Financial Review and Compliance audit. For the fourth year in a row, findings were positive. The Auditor reported that the financial operations continue to be managed in accordance with the EMS levy financial plan and policies. The Auditor’s mid-levy review confirmed that adequate funds will be available for the duration of the current levy, and reported that the EMS Division has made substantial progress in implementing the 2008 and 2009 EMS levy audit recommendations. Finally, the Auditor stated that the total BLS allocation provided to agencies was reasonable, but the method for distributing funds could be improved for greater equity and transparency. The County Executive concurred with the audit findings and recommendation.
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2012 Annual Report (PDF)
Of particular interest in the 2012 Annual Report is a description of the extensive levy planning process that started in October 2011 where each EMS program, both established and proposed, was evaluated and scrutinized for its inherent value-add to the EMS system.
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Medic One/EMS Levy Reauthorization process
The current EMS levy expires on December 31, 2013. Therefore, a reauthorization of the EMS levy is necessary to provide a seamless transition into the new levy period. Under state law, the levy can be reauthorized for 6 years, 10 years, or for an indefinite amount of time, at a maximum rate of $.50 per $1,000 AV.
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2010 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Levy Financial and Compliance Audit
The King County Auditor's office completed its 2011 review of the 2010 EMS financial practices and costs of EMS dispatch services provided primarily by two independently operated dispatch agencies. Results were again favorable and supportive, with the Auditor concluding that EMS financial operations were managed in accordance with the EMS Levy financial plan and policies.
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Publications and specific programs |
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King County Medic One homepage
- The Medic One System
- Video overview on Medic One
- Historical background
- Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) - Scope of Practice
- Research and education
- Paramedic photo gallery
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