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METRO AMBULANCE SERVICE
NPI 1396744926
Ambulance in Meridian, MS

Active since July 15, 2005CLIA 25D0857647 · Waiver
502 17TH AVE, MERIDIAN, MS 39301(601) 485-2958(601) 482-1316 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Metro Ambulance Service NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

METRO AMBULANCE SERVICE (NPI 1396744926) is a healthcare organization registered as an ambulance in Meridian, Mississippi and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through August 31, 2026 and lists Terry Joe Irby, Office Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396744926
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy341600000X
Legal Business NameLAUDERDALE COUNTY EMS DISTRICT
Location Address502 17TH AVEMeridian, MS 39301-5226
Mailing AddressPo Box 667Meridian, MS 39302-0667 · (601) 485-2958 · Fax (601) 482-1316
Phone(601) 485-2958
Fax(601) 482-1316
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialTerry Joe IrbyOffice Manager · (601) 485-2958
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 2017
✔ NPI 1396744926 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAmbulanceTransportation Services
Taxonomy Code341600000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 082-ALS-PARMEDIC
Definition

An emergency vehicle used for transporting patients to a health care facility after injury or illness. Types of ambulances used in the United States include ground (surface) ambulance, rotor-wing (helicopter), and fixed-wing aircraft (airplane).

Also ListedNon-emergency Medical Transport (VAN)Taxonomy 343900000X · License 082 (MS)
502 17TH AVE, Meridian, MS 39301
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsMetro Ambulance Service

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid290041290AL
Medicaid0050884MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 25D0857647

Metro Ambulance Service · Meridian, MS
Active · expires Aug 31, 2026
CLIA Number25D0857647
Laboratory TypeOther
Certificate Effective DateSeptember 1, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateAugust 31, 2026
Laboratory DirectorMarl C. Cobler III
Laboratory Phone(601) 485-2958
Laboratory LocationMetro Ambulance Service500 20th Ave, Meridian, MS 39301
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Ground mileage, per statute mile A0425
Ground mileage per statute mile is a method of calculating the cost of transportation for medical services. It is used when a patient needs to be transported by ground ambulance. The cost is calculated per mile, from the pick-up location to the medical facility.
67,496 services1,952 patients
Ambulance service, basic life support, non-emergency transport, (bls) A0428
Basic Life Support (BLS) non-emergency ambulance service provides safe transportation for patients who don't need immediate medical attention. It includes monitoring vital signs, ensuring comfort, and administering basic care during transport.
2,580 services1,090 patients
Ambulance service, advanced life support, emergency transport, level 1 (als 1 - emergency) A0427
Ambulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Level 1 (ALS 1 - Emergency) is a critical care transport service for emergency situations. It includes a team of healthcare professionals equipped with advanced skills and tools to manage life-threatening conditions during transport.
2,295 services1,252 patients
Ambulance service, basic life support, emergency transport (bls-emergency) A0429
Ambulance service with basic life support (BLS-Emergency) provides immediate transport for patients in critical situations. Medical professionals on board deliver essential care like CPR, wound dressing, and oxygen therapy to stabilize patients during the journey.
319 services236 patients
Ambulance service, advanced life support, non-emergency transport, level 1 (als 1) A0426
Ambulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Non-Emergency Transport, Level 1 (ALS 1) is a medical transportation service for patients who don't have an immediate life-threatening condition but require advanced medical monitoring or interventions during the journey.
179 services166 patients
Advanced life support, level 2 (als 2) A0433
Advanced Life Support Level 2 (ALS 2) is a medical service provided during emergencies. It involves advanced procedures like defibrillation, medication administration or endotracheal intubation by trained professionals to stabilize critical patients.
34 services34 patients

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lauderdale County Ems District's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauderdale County Ems District is 1396744926. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2005. The provider is doing business as Metro Ambulance Service.

Where is Lauderdale County Ems District located?

Lauderdale County Ems District is located at 502 17th Ave, Meridian, MS 39301. The listed phone number is (601) 485-2958.

What is Lauderdale County Ems District's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ambulance with taxonomy code 341600000X.

Does Lauderdale County Ems District hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 25D0857647) is associated with this NPI, valid through August 31, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Lauderdale County Ems District accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Lauderdale County Ems District as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauderdale County Ems District was last updated on March 9, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.