
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.
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