Voluntary ambulance (New York City)

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Many hospitals in New York provide ambulances that respond to 911 calls. These are called voluntary hospitals. They should not be confused with volunteer ambulances. Volunteer ambulances are generally free-of-charge; voluntary ambulances charge for their services.

New York City is somewhat unique in that its emergency medical services are not all provided by a single organization. The Fire Department stations ambulances in certain areas, voluntary ambulances cover areas not served by the FDNY, and volunteer ambulances augment both in many neighborhoods.