Authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services

This bill authorizes collaborative programs for community paramedicine services, allowing hospitals, home care agencies, physicians, and emergency medical services to work together to provide care in community settings. The legislation supports these partnerships through financial incentives such as grants and adjusted payment rates, while also permitting regulatory waivers to facilitate the initiatives. Key provisions include training emergency medical technicians to offer preventive care that aims to reduce emergency room visits and hospital readmissions, as well as expanding services to individuals with behavioral health or developmental disabilities. Hospitals and home care agencies participating in these programs must report on patient outcomes and costs to the state commissioner, who will make the data publicly available.