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Bambi feature: Advance Pricing Rule

Advance Pricing Rule

Fully customize pricing rules based on each customer.

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Bambi feature: Audit History

Audit History

Fully customize pricing rules based on each customer.

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Bambi feature: Staff Scheduling

Staff Scheduling

Keep dispatchers and drivers on the same page with shift scheduling.

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Bambi feature: Booking API Intergration

Broker Interactions

We work with major systems including SafeRide, Modivcare, and more.

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booking-portal icon

Booking Portal

Allow clients to book trips into Bambi via an online portal.

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Merge passengers

Merge Passengers

Dedupe profiles and attribute all trips to a single passenger.

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Generate an invoice

Generate Invoices

Easily collect funds with Bambi’s Invoice generator to send to the payer.

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Credit Card Processing

Credit Card Processing

Charge passengers’ credit card without external payment solutions.

electronic service attestation effortless with signatures & recorded GPS

Signatures

Make compliance and electronic service attestation effortless with signatures & recorded GPS-based timestamps.

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Manage multiple depots

Managing multiple depots

Keep your different depots housed under one Bambi account

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payroll tracking

Payroll Tracking

Bambi tracks driver hours worked for inputting into payroll.

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episode 64

Which NEMT vehicle should I buy? | NEMT Experts Podcast E64

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episode 63

How to demo NEMT dispatch and scheduling software | Podcast E63

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nemt experts episode 62

Lucrative On-Demand NEMT for Facilities, with the CEO of Roundtrip | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 62

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nemt experts episode 61

Starting a Successful NEMT Business from Scratch | Podcast E61

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nemt experts episode 60

Explosive NEMT Growth at 30 Vehicles | NEMT Experts Podcast E60

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NEMT Experts episode 59

How to Meet NEMT Standards | Podcast E59

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nemt experts podcast episode 56

Disruption to NEMT in 2025 | Podcast E56

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Insights from a 37-Year Old NEMT Business in Connecticut | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 55

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nemt experts podcast episode 54

NEMTAC & TTA, the Industry Associations, Part 2 | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 54

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nemt experts podcast episode 53

NEMTAC & TTA, the Industry Associations, Part 1 | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 53

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nemt experts podcast episode 52

How to Outsource NEMT Operations | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 52

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episode 51

Only 300+ Mile NEMT Trips, Part 2 | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 51

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episode 50

NEMT Experts E50: Only 300+ Mile NEMT Trips, Part 1

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episode 49

How to do NEMT Vehicle Inspections | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 49

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Episode 48

How to Finance Your NEMT Business | NEMT Experts E48

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Episode 47

How to Screen NEMT Drivers | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 47

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episode 46

100% Private Pay NEMT for 13 Years across Illinois | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 46

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podcast episode 45

NEMT Live Action! | Latest Innovations in Vehicles & Securement | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 45

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nemt experts podcast episode 44

Safest Wheelchair and Stretcher Securement with Q'STRAINT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 44

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nemt experts podcast 43

Don't start a NEMT business before financially projecting profits! | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 43

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nemt experts podcast 42

The Best NEMT Vehicles: BraunAbility & Model 1 | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 42

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nemt experts podcast episode 41

NEMT Industry Trends | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 41

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nemt experts episode 40

Success Story: Vehicles & Software | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 40

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nemt experts podcast episode 39

Private Pay NEMT (Non Emergency Medical Transport) Across Florida | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 39

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nemt experts podcast episode 37

Growing to 100 Vehicles | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 38

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nemt experts podcast episode 37

Enhance NEMT with Broda Traversa Chair | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 37

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NEMT experts podcast episode 36

600 Mile, Long Distance NEMT Trips | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 36

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nemt experts podcast episode 35

Family Empire in NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 35

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nemt experts podcast episode 34

How to Grow a $1.5M/Year NEMT Business | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 34

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nemt experts episode 33

Establishing NEMT in New Mexico | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 33

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nemt experts episode 32

Easiest NEMT Dispatch Software | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 32

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nemt experts episode 31

How to Buy NEMT Vehicles | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 31

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nemt experts episode 30

DME & NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 30

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nemt experts episode 29

NEMT Taxes and Taxis | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 29

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nemt experts episode 28

3 Vehicles in 2 Years | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 28

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nemt experts episode 27

Living the NEMT Dream | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 27

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nemt experts episode 26

How To Build Your NEMT Online Presence | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 26

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nemt experts episode 29

NEMT Taxes and Taxis | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 29

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nemt experts episode 28

3 Vehicles in 2 Years | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 28

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nemt experts episode 27

Living the NEMT Dream | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 27

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nemt experts episode 26

How To Build Your NEMT Online Presence | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 26

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nemt experts episode 25

Changes in Insurance | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 25

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nemt experts episode 24

No Lift NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 24

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nemt experts episode 22

How to Sell NEMT Services | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 23

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nemt experts episode 22

NEMT Insurance 101 | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 22

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nemt experts episode 21

Emotional Grit in NEMT with Marina Lofley | NEMT Experts Podcast E21

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nemt experts episode 20

NEMT Network with Marina Lofley | NEMT Experts Podcast E20

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nemt experts podcast episode 19

Using Data to Drive Profit in NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 19

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nemt experts episode 18

B811 Medical Transportation | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 18

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nemt experts episode 17

How to Grow your NEMT Business | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 17

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nemt experts episode 16

Optimal Reliability Transportation | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 16

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nemt experts episode 15

Grow your NEMT Business | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 15

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nemt experts episode 14

The NEMT Guru | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 14

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nemt experts episode 13

Grow your NEMT Business | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 13

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nemt experts episode 12

Becoming "That NEMT Girl" | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 12

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nemt experts episode 11

Five Mistakes to Avoid in NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 11

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nemt experts episode 10

NEMT Startup Coach | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 10

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nemt experts episode 9

Hiring NEMT Drivers with CareerDriver | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 9

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nemt experts episode 8

Scale your NEMT Business with Modivcare | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 8

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NEMT EXPERTS EPISODE 7

Buying a NEMT Business with Reliant Transport | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 7

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nemt experts episode 6

Five Tips to Lower Insurance Costs | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 6

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nemt experts episode 5

How to Negotiate with your NEMT Broker | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 5

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nemt experts episode 4

How to Win Private Pay NEMT Work | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 4

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nemt experts episode 3

Four Creative Ways to Boost Profit | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 3

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nemt experts episode 2

The 16 Steps to Launch NEMT Operations | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 2

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Lastest Episodes
July 26, 2025
Unlock Big Profits: Add Stretcher Work to Your NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast E79
‍Howard Berkowitz provides the full playbook on how NEMT businesses can properly and safely get into doing lucrative stretcher/gurney work.
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July 21, 2025
She saved $700k/year by outsourcing 19 NEMT office employees! | NEMT Experts Podcast E78
‍How this NEMT business owner in Texas used a company called Integrated Hire to outsource almost all of her office staff to the Philippines over and saves $700k annually as a result.
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July 14, 2025
He wants to buy your NEMT business and do a million rides/year! | NEMT Experts Podcast E77
How this NEMT business owner in California is buying and partnering with NEMT business to scale up to perform one million rides annually!
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July 8, 2025
How this NEMT owner in Ohio grew to 13 vehicles in 1.5 years!  |  NEMT Experts Podcast E76
Nikola proved that growing quickly isn’t reckless when it’s strategic. By adding vans monthly and aligning closely with a reliable broker (Provider Ride), he filled scheduling gaps and improved operational efficiency. “It’s easier to be bigger than smaller,” he said — because more vehicles and drivers meant less dead time and better coverage.
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July 2, 2025
Private Pay NEMT Secrets Revealed – Part 2/2!  |  NEMT Experts Podcast E75
‍Unlock the secrets to a thriving private pay NEMT business with Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Bruce Troll of Gentle Heart Transportation!In this episode of the NEMT Experts Podcast, Bruce reveals the hard-won lessons and practical strategies he used to build his successful NEMT company.
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June 23, 2025
Private Pay NEMT Secrets Revealed – Part 1/2! | NEMT Experts Podcast e74
What really are the tips and tricks to building a successful NEMT private pay business? Bruce Troll of Gentle Heart Transportation learned the hard way and shares his secrets so that you can learn the easy way. In this episode, Bruce shares his secrets about how he marketed his business and started to get trips.
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May 27, 2025
How to Win Contracts & Outsource Dispatch | Podcast E70
Want to take the burden off of yourself of getting contracts for work with brokers and facilities, in addition to easing the burden of finding an in-house dispatcher? In this episode of NEMT Experts, we sit down with Ayman Bahta, owner of Apex Workforce Solutions, which does exactly those two things. Ayman tells the story of how he built up his own NEMT business and developed the skills of winning work and outsourcing dispatch, which he now does for other NEMT businesses.
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May 19, 2025
Why NEMT Policies & Procedures Matter – Podcast E69
Your Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) business needs programs, policies and procedures. Are you not convinced that it matters? Well, you will be convinced by this fifth episode of The Transportation Alliance's 6-part webinar series sponsored by Bambi called "Mastering Business Essentials" featuring Frank Ciccarella of Synergize Consulting.
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May 12, 2025
Succession for NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast E68
Figuring out how to handle employees and HR processes for your Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) fleet? This third episode of The Transportation Alliance's 6-part webinar series sponsored by Bambi called "Mastering Business Essentials" features Julia James of ADP, providing info on all you need to consider regarding HR for your NEMT fleet.
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May 6, 2025
HR for Your NEMT Business | NEMT Experts E67
Julia James of ADP, providing info on all you need to consider regarding HR for your NEMT fleet.
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April 21, 2025
How to Build a Sell-able NEMT Business | E65
Figuring out how to build a Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) company that you'd be able to sell? This first of The Transportation Alliance's 6-part webinar series sponsored by Bambi called "Mastering Business Essentials" features Ken Lucci of Driving Transactions, explaining how to master financial metrics to build your enterprise value.
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April 15, 2025
Which NEMT Vehicle to Buy? | NEMT Experts E64
In this episode of NEMT Experts, we sit down again with Jim Cermak, Director of Driver Training at Driverge. Jim discusses the various factors at play in deciding what kind of vehicle to buy, such as capacity, new vs used, and rear-entry vs side-entry, and electric vs gas.
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April 8, 2025
How to demo NEMT dispatch and scheduling software P E63
demo of Bambi's NEMT software to Nick Salsberry of Advanced Transport, right after he received demos from others. Nick sees that Bambi software's ease-of-use, pricing simplicity, and personal service are incomparably better than any others.
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April 1, 2025
On-Demand NEMT for Facilities | NEMT Experts E62
Want to build a NEMT business that focuses on the highly profitable on-demand trips for hospitals and facilities? In this insightful episode, Sam Farmer, CEO of Roundtrip, talks with Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda about how her tech-enabled broker company helps hospitals and healthcare facilities to secure rides with NEMT businesses on-demand, in turn providing a much more lucrative source of trips for NEMT as compares to routine advance-scheduled trips.
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March 26, 2025
Start a NEMT Business from Scratch | Podcast E61
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda talks with Jesse Shanker, Owner of NorCal Transit in--you guessed it--Northern California! They discuss how Jesse started his NEMT business and has grown it successfully over the past 3 years.
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March 11, 2025
How to Meet NEMT Standards | Podcast E59
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda talks with Zackary Clemons, NEMT Training Director of Halifax Education Group, about the challenges and solutions for NEMT businesses to meet industry operating standards across all modes of NEMT transport.
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February 11, 2025
Disruption to NEMT in 2025 | Podcast E56
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda talks with Matt Daus, a leading lawyer in the transportation industry, Partner at Windels Marx and President of the IATR, about the big disruptors coming to the NEMT industry in 2025.
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January 22, 2025
37-Year NEMT in CT | NEMT Experts E55
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda talks with Jeremy Scalzi, Board Member of TTA, Vice Chair Board of Directors of NEMTAC, and Director of Business Development of M7 Ride in Connecticut, about the insights and lessons learned from his family's 37-year-old NEMT business.
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January 15, 2025
NEMTAC & TTA, Pt 2 | NEMT Experts E54
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda talks with Dan Reid, the President of TTA and outgoing Board Chair of NEMTAC, about these two NEMT industry associations and the value they provide.
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January 14, 2025
NEMTAC & TTA, Pt 1 | NEMT Experts E53
Nirav Chheda talks with Dan Reid, the President of TTA and outgoing Board Chair of NEMTAC, about these two NEMT industry associations and the value they provide.
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October 2, 2024
NEMT Experts E45: Vehicle & Securement Updates
Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda and Model1's John Maselli walkthrough with Oli Davalos and Morad Rahmani of Q'STRAINT, a live tour of the ProMaster 3500 and latest innovation the Ambulok in mobility securement devices allowing for stretcher, wheelchair, and ambulatory passenger in one van. Later in the episode Nirav takes a stretcher journey and the group returns to see the Ambulok in action inside a Rear-Entry Wheelchair Minivan that allows for stretchers to be secured in smaller vehicles.
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August 20, 2024
NEMT Industry Trends | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 41
NEMT industry expert Ryan Caspar unveils the evolving landscape of non-emergency medical transportation. Learn key strategies for overcoming challenges, securing contracts, and thriving in an increasingly competitive market. Get valuable insights on technology, diversification, and relationship management for NEMT business success.
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August 14, 2024
Success Story: Vehicles & Software | NEMT Experts Podcast E40
Discover how Larry Greene successfully transitioned from luxury transportation to NEMT, expanding his fleet by 600% in just six months with the help of Model 1's exceptional customer service and Bambi's efficient software solutions.
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August 7, 2024
Private Pay NEMT (Non Emergency Medical Transport) Across Florida | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 39
Discover how Nirav Chheda of Top Choice Medical Transport transformed operations with Bambi software, improving efficiency and fostering a professional, supportive work environment in the NEMT industry. Learn about their rapid growth, commitment to honesty, and innovative use of technology.
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July 30, 2024
Growing to 100 Vehicles | NEMT Experts Podcast E38
Explore how Chaliss Pulliam and Angela Jerome grew Protector Transport Services into a thriving 100-vehicle NEMT business in Episode 38 of the NEMT Experts Podcast. Discover their insights on the power of customer service, overcoming challenges, and leveraging software like Bambi to streamline operations and scale up successfully. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and more!
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July 17, 2024
Enhance NEMT with Broda Traversa Chair | NEMT Experts Podcast E37
Learn how this innovative chair increases profits, enhances safety, and transforms NEMT operations.
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July 9, 2024
600 Mile, Long Distance NEMT Trips | NEMT Experts Podcast E36
In this episode of NEMT Experts Podcast, Ryan Reifert, Owner of Carelink Transportation, reveals how his NEMT business thrives by embracing long-distance trips, diverse revenue streams, and a strong company culture. Learn how adaptability, technology, and a focus on reliability drive success in the competitive NEMT market.
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July 2, 2024
Family Empire in NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 35
In this episode of Any Empty Experts, Jared Hilliard, son of Rosalind Tagore, shares insights into his role in the family-owned VA 11 medical transportation business. Discover how this NEMT company grew from one to five vehicles in under two years, the challenges and rewards of working with family, and their ambitious plans for future expansion into gurney and helicopter transportation.
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June 18, 2024
NEMT Experts E33: Establishing NEMT in New Mexico
An insightful interview with Alex Stoia, who modernized his family's NEMT business, Corazon Concierge, by introducing technology and driving efficiencies. Discover how Alex transitioned from e-commerce to healthcare transportation, the challenges of the NEMT industry, and his vision for the business's future.
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June 11, 2024
NEMT Experts E32: Easiest NEMT Dispatch Software
Learn about common pitfalls, best practices, and the importance of vehicle selection and compliance. Perfect for new NEMT business owners looking to make informed decisions.
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June 3, 2024
How to Buy NEMT Vehicles | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 31
Learn how to make informed NEMT vehicle purchases in NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 31. Host Nirav Chheda and John Maselli, National Director of Van Sales for Model 1, discuss key factors like ADA compliance, optimal fleet sizing, and cost-effective growth strategies for NEMT business owners. Tune in to YouTube, Spotify, Apple, or Pandora for the full conversation!
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May 28, 2024
DME & NEMT | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 30
Join Nirav Chheda and Price Wooding as they explore the synergy between non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) and durable medical equipment (DME) businesses. Discover how NEMT providers can expand into DME services, understand regulatory compliance, and learn strategies for business diversification and scaling. This episode offers actionable insights for enhancing patient care and business stability.
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May 21, 2024
NEMT Taxes and Taxis | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 29
In Episode 29 of the NEMT Experts Podcast, Nirav Chheda and Speaker 2 discuss managing taxi and ambulatory rides in a transportation business, highlighting strategies for reducing wait times and enhancing customer satisfaction. They emphasize the importance of legal and financial management for small businesses, including legal protection, accounting tools, and daily expense tracking to ensure financial stability and profitability.
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May 14, 2024
3 Vehicles in 2 Years | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 28
Join Nirav Chheda of Any Empty as he interviews Sam Harris, a Richmond-based NEMT business owner. Learn how Sam grew his business, the challenges he's faced, and how Bambi's software has transformed his operations.
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May 7, 2024
Living the NEMT Dream | NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 27
Learn the inspiring story of Donte Harris, who overcame adversity to build a successful non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) business. Get insider tips on starting in NEMT, finding quality drivers, and overcoming industry challenges. pen_spark
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April 23, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 25: Changes in Insurance
Learn how to streamline operations and cut insurance costs with the right NEMT software. Read a real expert interview and discover game-changing insights.
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April 16, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 24: No Lift NEMT
Discover No-Lift NEMT, an innovative wheelchair-stretcher hybrid that provides safer, more cost-effective NEMT.
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April 9, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 23: How to Sell NEMT Services
Tired of chasing leads? Learn how to win profitable private pay contracts for your NEMT business! Insider tips from a true pro
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April 2, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 22: NEMT Insurance 101
NEMT insurance: Critical costs, compliance needs (commercial auto, liability & SAM), expert guidance, driver certification (CTS), and the booming NEMT market. Get key insights from this expert interview.
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March 21, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast E21: Emotional Grit in NEMT with Marina Lofley
NEMT grit: Emotional impact, resilience, and client relationships as the NEMT Experts podcast goes in-depth insights into NEMT.
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March 19, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast E20: NEMT Network with Marina Lofley
Marina Lofley, NEMT expert and founder of "NEMT Network" is interviewed by Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda. Discover her journey building a successful NEMT business from a young age.
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February 11, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 14: The NEMT Guru
Learn how to become a successful NEMT broker! Get expert advice from Stephanie Harmon, the "NEMT Guru", and Bambi CEO Nirav Chheda on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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February 11, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 15: Grow your NEMT Business
Learn how Derrick Edwards grew his NEMT business from 1 to 8 vehicles. Get expert tips on customer service, broker usage, and technology in this insightful NEMT Experts Podcast episode.
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January 31, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 13: Grow your NEMT Business
Discover the strategies behind growing a successful NEMT business. Derrick Edwards shares insights on branding, rates, software, and more on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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January 10, 2024
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 10: NEMT Startup Coach
Set up your NEMT business for success! Learn the best business structures for NEMT startups from "NEMT Startup Coach" Willena McGee on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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December 7, 2023
Podcast E7: Buying a NEMT Business w/ Reliant Transport
Thinking of acquiring a NEMT business? Get a step-by-step approach to finding deals, due diligence, and financing. Get Jeffrey Hoff's advice on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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November 2, 2023
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 4: How to Win Private Pay NEMT Work
Get the strategies to land lucrative private pay NEMT contracts! Learn how to build relationships with healthcare facilities and justify your pricing on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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September 21, 2023
NEMT Experts Podcast Episode 1: NEMT Optimized with AI
Discover how AI can boost your NEMT profits! Learn innovative strategies to optimize scheduling, predict trip demand, and cut costs on the NEMT Experts Podcast.
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