Serhii Taborovskyi - Publications on RouteGenie

10/15/2025 8 mins read

Most Fuel-Efficient Vans for NEMT: Hybrid Options for Providers

The most fuel-efficient vans for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation combine proven reliability with modern efficiency. Discover how hybrid options like the Toyota Sienna, Chrysler Pacifica, and Kia Carnival deliver lower fuel costs, full conversion capability, and dependable performance—keeping your NEMT fleet moving smarter, longer, and cheaper.

07/09/2025 7 mins read

Crushing Deadhead Miles in NEMT: Smart Strategies to Charge for or Avoid Them

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) businesses have to constantly fine-tune their operations to boost profitability. This often comes down to managing the smallest details. One of the most significant yet frequently overlooked factors is unloaded, aka deadhead miles. These are “empty”, non-revenue-generating miles driven without a passenger in the vehicle. Whether you're traveling to pick up a client, returning to base after a drop-off, or repositioning between appointments, these miles add up quickly and can silently erode your bottom line. This article explores practical strategies to set up a clear pricing structure to charge for deadhead miles or minimize them altogether. By tackling this issue, your NEMT business can maintain healthy profit margins without deteriorating the quality of the essential healthcare transportation services.

03/17/2025 7 mins read

Top 5 Features of a Properly Converted and Equipped NEMT Van

When discussing features of a non-emergency medical transportation van, industry experts focus solely on ADA compliance. This approach is not ideal since many providers are not subject to ADA requirements, plus these rules do not cover all of the NEMT van features and equipment needed in real-life scenarios. Today we will go beyond telling you that an NEMT vehicle should have a 56-inch door opening height and four tie-downs. We have outlined 5 best practices for conversions and additional equipment that medical vans should possess. By adhering to these recommendations, not only will your NEMT fleet comply with the industry standards, but you will also be able to provide an efficient and competitive level of service.

01/20/2025 8 mins read

Diversify Your NEMT Business and Grow Profits by Selling Mobility Aids

Non-emergency medical transportation business is highly marginal, requiring owners to run a tight ship. There is no room for inefficiencies, accounting blunders, or non-compliance. Therefore, to ensure financial stability and long-term success, NEMT providers should constantly explore opportunities for revenue diversification. Previously, we covered how to expand your NEMT business with SPED student transportation. One more promising avenue is the sale of mobility aids and non-motorized or powered personal vehicles that help individuals with limited mobility navigate their daily lives.

01/04/2025 8 mins read

Best NEMT Vehicle Conversion Workshops and Mobility Van Dealerships

The industry of non-emergency medical transportation is essential in ensuring mobility of the vulnerable populations. Central to its success are the fleets of reliable and accessible vehicles designed to accommodate various mobility needs of the passengers. But who is behind designing and rebuilding these vehicles?

12/20/2024 9 mins read

Transportation Challenges of the Aging Nation: Fighting Social Isolation with Accessible Mobility

The United States, alongside the rest of the world, has plunged into a new demographic paradigm: its population is rapidly aging, while birth rates are hitting new lows. This shift creates unique challenges for the transportation systems. The transit of tomorrow will have to accommodate the growing numbers of elderly people who prefer not to or are unable to drive themselves, and this will have to be done with fewer numbers of young people entering the workforce. Let’s explore the transportation landscape of the future and the likely obstacles associated with population changes. We will also try to seek out potential solutions to make sure that all members of our society have access to essential services, healthcare, and social engagements.

07/19/2024 9 mins read

How to Find a Perfect Vehicle for NEMT: Requirements and Factors to Consider

The public medical transportation system can barely keep up with the ever-growing number of medical emergencies, let alone meet the demand for non-urgent care. As usual, entrepreneurs are expected to step up to the challenge, which opens up a wealth of business opportunities. If you want to help out your community and the healthcare industry as a whole, now is a perfect time to join the growing NEMT sector. According to the latest report to Congress by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), your potential client base would include 4 to 5 million customers and it will only keep growing.