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About Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Emergency Medical Services, or EMS, is a system that provides emergency medical care to Hoosiers more than 2,000 times per day. EMS is most easily recognized when emergency vehicles or helicopters are seen responding to incidents, but EMS is much more than a ride to the hospital. It is a system of coordinated response and emergency medical care, involving multiple people and agencies. With more than 800 provider agencies, operating more than 2,000 ambulances, with more than 24,000 emergency medical personnel, EMS is the front line of the health care system safety net and stands proudly at the intersection of health care, public health and public safety.
The IDHS EMS Division leads and supports Indiana's EMS agencies and personnel. It oversees EMS certifications and training, and the division works closely with the EMS Commission to develop and implement EMS professional standards.
Measles guidance for EMS
State EMS Medical Director Dr. Eric Yazel has issued guidance for EMS regarding the measles virus. The guidance allows EMS personnel to review the characteristics of the measles virus and familiarize themselves with the precautions needed when transporting a known or suspected case.
EMS Workforce Student Data Survey Results
The Bowen Center released the results of its Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey, which was developed to understand the experience of students who have recently completed an EMS training program. The survey asked about demographics, training and certification, professional experience and employment plans.
Read the student survey results
2024 IDHS EMS Annual Report
The IDHS EMS Division released its annual report for 2024, which highlights accomplishments and changes within the division and EMS statewide.
Indiana EMS 2025 Report
A working group of EMS stakeholders assessed the top issues affecting EMS professionals in Indiana and has made recommendations on how these problems can be resolved. Their collaborative work has been compiled into a new report meant for EMS organizations, state agencies and legislators to use to make long-lasting improvements to EMS.
