The bill proposes the establishment of community paramedicine programs in Ohio by enacting sections 3902.65, 4765.362, and 5164.11 of the Revised Code. These programs will allow emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to provide nonemergency medical services to community members, such as chronic disease management, health evaluations, and care coordination. The programs will operate under the direction of a medical director or a cooperating physician advisory board, which will set protocols, training, and continuing education requirements for EMTs involved in these services. Additionally, the bill allows for the provision of these services through telehealth.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that health benefit plans and the Medicaid program cover services provided under these community paramedicine programs, ensuring that EMTs are compensated for their work. Specifically, it states that health benefit plans issued after the bill's effective date must cover services performed by EMTs under these programs to the same extent as other health care services. For Medicaid coverage, the community paramedicine program must meet certain conditions, including holding a valid Medicaid provider agreement and providing services to Medicaid recipients.