Emergency Medical Services

San Mateo County Health System

Administers the 911 emergency number and establishes policies and procedures for all emergency service providers in the county.

Description:

The three-digit number, 911, rings an emergency dispatcher for police, fire and ambulance services throughout the county. Callers will be requested to give an address and nearest cross street and call-back phone number. A brief description of the problem will be requested and first-aid instructions will be given if that is the nature of the problem. No coins are necessary to call this number from a pay phone. Call the business number to discuss any problems regarding any services of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) office . Also monitors the care provided by private, non-emergency ambulance providers. May also provide speakers about Emergency Medical Services.

Location

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

Interpreter

Accessibility Options:

Disabled Parking
Disabled Restroom
Ramp
TTY
Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

Vary according to service as established by ambulance companies and the level of service requested. Cash, Medi-Cal, Medicare, military insurance and private insurance accepted.

Audience:

Ill or injured persons needing emergency care and/or ambulance transportation

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Apply by phone.

Service Wait Estimate:

No wait.

Service Areas:

San Mateo County