VAA Subscription Program

Why should I become a subscriber?

Your paid subscription can save you hundreds of dollars! Subscribers receive a 50% discount on any out-of-pocket expenses (deductibles, co-payments, etc.) related to medically necessary emergency ambulance service provided by VAA to the closest appropriate medical facility. Subscribers also receive discounts on other transportation services such as scheduled ambulance transports and wheelchair van trips ($5.00 discount per trip). Your subscription helps ensure that Valley Ambulance Authority has the staff, vehicles, and equipment required to provide around-the-clock emergency protection for you and your family.

Who is eligible to subscribe?

VAA Subscription Program: Residents of Moon Township, Coraopolis, Crescent, and Neville Island. Robert Morris University students who reside within the VAA service area are also eligible.

QVAA Residents (Sewickley area): If you live in Aleppo Township, Bell Acres, Edgeworth, Glen Osborne, Glenfield, Haysville, Leet Township, Leetsdale, Sewickley, Sewickley Heights, or Sewickley Hills, you do not need to subscribe. You already receive these benefits automatically through your per-resident municipal assessment. See QVAA Resident Billing Policy →

Do I need a subscription if I have health insurance?

Yes! Most insurance companies do not pay 100% of total ambulance charges. In fact, most insurance plans require that you pay a co-pay and/or deductible. Your paid subscription assures that you will receive a 50% discount on any out-of-pocket expenses related to emergency ambulance service provided by VAA. Keep in mind that non-subscribers are often responsible for full payment of any and all applicable ambulance charges, which can exceed $1,000.00 per trip.

How does billing work if I'm transported?

VAA will submit a bill to your insurance company. Insurance payments are then applied to your balance. Once all insurance payments are applied, subscribers receive a 50% discount on any remaining out-of-pocket expenses for emergency ambulance services. The subscriber discount is applied no matter how frequently you require medically necessary emergency ambulance service.

When does my subscription expire?

Your paid subscription is valid for 365 days from March 1st of each year through February 28th (or February 29th on leap years) of the following year. Subscription brochures are mailed to all residents in the service area by February 15th each year.

What is NOT covered by a subscription?

The following services are NOT covered by your subscription:

• Alternative modes of non-emergency transportation, including wheelchair van transports (however, subscribers receive a $5.00 discount on every wheelchair van transport)
• Certain ambulance transports (emergent and non-emergent) that may be denied or deemed outside the limits of your insurance coverage and/or do not meet medical necessity criteria
• Any charges related to long distance ambulance mileage or transport fees based solely on patient and/or physician preference

What if my insurance company sends me a check?

All recipients of service are required to immediately forward any and all reimbursement received to Valley Ambulance Authority. Failure to do so will result in the immediate termination of any subscription agreement and you will be held responsible for payment of all outstanding balances.

Is my subscription tax-deductible?

Paid subscription amounts may be tax-deductible as a medical expense. Please check with your tax advisor. Note: Subscription amounts are not considered charitable donations.

What's the difference between the Subscription Drive and Capital Fund Drive?

VAA conducts its annual subscription drive beginning in February each year. In order to receive subscription benefits, residents must participate in the subscription program. The annual capital fund drive is conducted in October each year and helps the Authority purchase large capital items. Participation in the voluntary capital fund drive does not provide any subscriber benefits.