Step 1: Obtain Emergency Medical Orders from Your Specialist - Click here

Your specialist should provide Emergency Medical Orders {use this link}. They must include the following:

• Must be on their letterhead, signed, dated and renewed annually

• Must list an emergency on-call number (day and evening)

• Must clearly state the patient’s name & weight in pounds and kilograms

• Must state emergency medication(s) if applicable and dosage

• Must outline steps for care in brief and precise format
                          *Option A  --  Preferred or best treatment
                          *Option B  --   Alternative Treatment if A is not an option
                          *Option C  --   If neither A nor B are an option, any additional measures 

Step 2: Create an Emergency Medicine Kit or “Go Bag”- See Treatment Plan Guidelines link above

This kit should be clearly labeled and secured in your car—either attached to a car seat or latched with an empty seatbelt.

Your kit should include:

• A printed copy of your Emergency Medical Orders (see above)

• Your EMS Emergency Treatment Plan

• One emergency dose of your medication in original packaging with prescription label

• Any supplies needed to administer the medication (syringes, needles, tourniquets, etc.)

• Your most current weight in both pounds and kilograms

Step 3: Meet with your local Emergency Services to create your Treatment plan

Ambulance Services (City and County, if applicable):

• Schedule a meeting to share your specific medical needs

• Request a Treatment Plan be created with their team

  • Note: This plan typically only applies to that specific service

  • Be prepared for at least two meetings to finalize details

  • Use the “Treatment Plan” for guidance

Local Hospital (If Not Near Your Regular Treatment Center):

• Request an Emergency Treatment Plan at the local facility

• Explain your condition and specialized care needs

• Discuss how this plan will be utilized across changing ER staff

• Refer to the “Treatment Plan” link above for helpful tips        

Note: In many instances, hospitals will inform you that stabilizing and transporting is their only option. If this happens, your “EMS Treatment Plan” should include the allowance to bypass this location.

Training is normally available for Hospital staff and Paramedics through your specialist office. Contact us if you need assistance with this.

Step 5: Always have PERSONAL and AUTO MEDICAL ALERT ITEMS

​​Medical alert jewelry should meet the following guidelines:

• Necklace type is recommended by most EMS

• ​Contain a clearly visible colored Emergency Symbol 

• ​Be as clear, short and concise as possible

• Use the largest font possible

• Appear as a medical alert and not fancy jewelry (EMS may just think it is jewelry)

Automobile Medical Alert Items (see below)

Emergency Alert Headrest Covers: Automobile Decals:

• a pocket for Emergency Orders and copy of your Treatment Plan * 4 x 4 size

• “Emergency & Medical Information” Cards * 5 Year Ink Life

• Option for customized wording to be added * Bleeding Disorder or Standard