title: Destination dilemmas. Government ups the ante.
abstract: Never a simple matter, determining where to transport a patient has become increasingly difficult for EMS providers. Not only must traditional factors such as vehicle and facility availability be considered, but the increasing involvement of state and federal governments and national organizations has further clouded the decision-making process.
authors: Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Missouri Department of Health, Jefferson City.
authors: F E
authors: FE
authors: Foster
mesh_terms: D004632:Emergency Medical Services / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D016365:Liability, Legal; D010360:Patient Transfer / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D014218:Triage; D014481:United States