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Interfacility transport refers to the movement of patients between 2 healthcare facilities, typically using ground transportation or air vehicles. This process plays a crucial role in today’s healthcare system by enabling the transfer of patients who require specialized care that cannot be provided at their current facility. Financial constraints within integrated hospital systems and managed care organizations further necessitate interfacility transport, helping to maintain high standards of care while minimizing financial burdens.[1] Emergency medical services (EMS) interfacility transport ensures that patients receive timely and safe care. For clinicians, understanding the role of EMS services in transport is vital for appropriate use and referral.[2][3]