Bariatric transportation is ambulance service for patients whose size requires specialized equipment: a wider, reinforced bariatric stretcher, ramps, and powered lifting systems. Patriot Ambulance provides door-through-door bariatric transportation for patients of all ages and weights, with staff who come inside to help you get ready rather than waiting at the curb.
What Is a Bariatric Ambulance?
A bariatric ambulance is a vehicle modified to safely and comfortably transport larger patients, equipped with a reinforced bariatric stretcher, ramps, and pulley or powered-lift systems to handle loading and unloading without strain or risk to the patient or crew.
What to Expect from Patriot Ambulance’s Bariatric Transportation
Our crew comes inside to help you get ready, carefully transfers you onto our bariatric stretcher, and uses our vans’ ramps and pulley systems to load and unload safely. At your destination, we help you get inside and confirm you’re in the right place with the right medical professionals before we leave. For patients who need clinical monitoring in addition to bariatric equipment during transport, see our Basic Life Support or Advanced Life Support pages, or for a higher-acuity inter-facility transfer, see critical care transportation.
About Patriot Ambulance
Founded in 2003, Patriot Ambulance is one of the larger medical transportation employers in the area, with a team of more than 120 staff members. Every vehicle is GPS-monitored through our Traumasoft dispatch system. Learn more on our About Us page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight can Patriot Ambulance’s bariatric vehicles accommodate?
Contact our team to discuss your specific needs so we can confirm the right vehicle and equipment for your situation.
Do you help patients get ready before transport?
Yes. Our crew comes inside to help you get ready before transferring you to our bariatric stretcher, rather than waiting at the curb.
Is bariatric transportation covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on the patient’s insurance plan and the medical necessity of the transport. Contact our team to discuss your specific situation before scheduling.