REACH Air Medical Services & American MedFlight Clinicians Awarded Nevada Star of Life

Star of Life Award recognizes EMS Professionals’ Positive Impact on Community.

Sacramento, California – April 18, 2019 – Four associates from REACH Air Medical Services and American Medflight were awarded the Nevada Star of Life at the state Capitol in Carson City, Nevada today.

Among the 19 recipients to receive the award were:

Sarah Pehrson, Flight Nurse – REACH Air Medical Services – Elko, Nevada
Warren Archer, Flight Nurse – REACH Air Medical Services – Elko, Nevada
Ty LaRiviere, Flight Nurse – American MedFlight – Ely, Nevada
Dillon Decker, Flight Paramedic – American MedFlight – Ely, Nevada.

The Nevada Star of Life is given by the Nevada Ambulance Association and is one of the highest honors an EMS worker can receive in the state. The award recognizes the dedication and service of EMS professionals who, through their actions, help improve public health and create a positive impact in their communities and industry.

“I have the deepest admiration and respect for all of today’s honorees,” said Sean Russell, President of REACH Air Medical Services. “I am especially humbled to know that four of these recipients are my colleagues. Ty, Warren, Sarah, and Dillon each go above and beyond in their service to our communities, and I am incredibly proud of them for their outstanding achievements.”

The honorees from REACH and American MedFlight along with other award recipients from across the state were celebrated during a special awards banquet this morning. In addition, they were treated to a tour of the Capitol building. There, they had the opportunity to meet with state legislators from their regions who expressed their gratitude for their service to the residents of the state.

Frequently Asked Questions:

If I am a member but end up being transported by a ground ambulance or another air ambulance service, who is responsible for the bill?

If an AirMedCare Network Provider does not transport you, you will be responsible for payment. Our membership program only covers transports provided by our affiliates.

Is there a limit to the number of transports a member can have in a year?

There is no limit to the number of transports a member may take in a year. Each transport is handled the same way and must be an emergent or time-sensitive transport as determined by a physician (or other appropriate provider) or first responder unaffiliated with AMCN.

Can I cover all of my family on the membership?

With an AirMedCare Network membership, any person or persons who reside under one (residential) roof are covered. In the event we have a member who lives in a duplex or apartment complex, we designate the primary member’s residence/address— that is considered the “one roof”. Undergraduate college students can be covered under their parent’s membership as well as anyone previously residing in the household who is then moved to a permanent care facility.