As a non-profit corporation, all of the revenue raised is used 100% to
support the operation of the Service. Key to the financial success of
Sierra is the Family Membership Program. For $65 dollars a year per household,
a family can purchase an Ambulance Membership. It covers the cost of ambulance
transport from within Sierra's service area to any area hospital in Madera,
Fresno or Mariposa County. It is immediately renewable. Why should you
join if you have insurance? Simply, many insurance plans have a deductible,
a co-pay, or a maximum benefit well below the actual cost of service.
Likewise, many insurers look backward after the fact and determine whether
or not the ambulance was justified. Your claim could be denied. Your membership
would cover you in this case. The membership program provides a benefit
to those who may need its coverage; it also helps Sierra raise money to
purchase new ambulances and equipment. Those interested in purchasing
a family membership may phone the office at 559-642-0650 or download the
membership form avaliable here: Membership.pdf
