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per year (according to the 2023 IPBC Policy Manual and based on the tiered incentive
system). Through this program, Tier C maximizes both the incentive dollar amount and
the reimbursement dollar amount. The District9s goal is to target Tier C to most
efficiently make use of our yearly budget.
o Recommendation 2: Mobile Integrated Healthcare & Community Risk
Reduction
As a part of the District9s Strategic Plan (2020), one of the long-term goals that has not
yet been achieved is implementing a joint Mobile Integrated Healthcare-Community
Risk Reduction model. This model would utilize the expertise of an Emergency Medical
Services (EMS) Administrative Officer and work to maximize efficiency within the
department. The primary roles of the EMS Administrative Officer would be assisting with
community risk reduction, focusing on reducing the risk of injury and illness, chronic
issues, and system abuse. Additionally, their role would include emergency medical
management, record management, compliance, and paramedic continuing education.
Furthermore, for community members who need consistent or routine care, this EMS
Administrative Officer would perform home visits. By providing this response, quality of
care is maintained while costs from ambulance and hospital fees are reduced whenever
possible. This service would allow the District to reduce the number of hospital visits
from repeat injuries or chronic illnesses. It would affirm a commitment to preventative
care and risk reduction within the District9s community. By employing an EMS
Administrative Officer in the District and following a joint Mobile Integrated HealthcareCommunity Risk Reduction model, efficiency of care and effectiveness of District
training and resources are maximized.
o Recommendation 3: Implement Strategies to Restore Operational
and Capital Reserves
Also identified as a long-term goal within the District9s Strategic Plan is implementing
strategies to restore operational and capital reserves. This is a consistent District goal
because it allows it to maximize its annual budget while remaining as fiscally
responsible as possible. Additionally, while restoring operational and capital reserves is
not a newly created goal or recommendation, the District believes that continually
striving for improvement in this sector shows a dedication to efficiency that benefits both
the District and the community. A few strategies that the District frequently employs to
restore operational and capital reserves are as follows:
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