MISSION STATEMENT
To provide professional and compassionate emergency medical services through integrity, teamwork, and dedication, while maintaining a high level of respect within our community.
VISION STATEMENT
To be a trusted leader in emergency medical services, recognized for clinical excellence, compassionate care, and unwavering dedication to the community we serve.
CORE VALUES – Respect, Dedication, Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, and Commitment
The Warren County Ambulance District is proud to provide high-quality emergency medical services to the residents and visitors of Warren County, Missouri. The District serves approximately 250 square miles and operates with five Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances and one Battalion Chief on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The District is governed by a six-member elected Board of Directors, with daily operations overseen by the administrative staff. Chief Executive Officer Darren Lenk has served the District since 2002 and leads the organization alongside the District’s leadership team.
Emergency medical services are provided from four ambulance bases strategically located throughout Warren County. Base 1 and Base 3 are located in Warrenton, north and south of Interstate 70, while Base 2 and Base 4 are located in Wright City, also north and south of Interstate 70.
Each year, District personnel respond to nearly 6000 emergency medical calls. These services are provided by highly trained paramedics and EMTs dedicated to delivering compassionate, professional care to the community.
The District is funded through a combination of tax revenue and service fees. The current tax levy of $0.4931 per $100 of assessed valuation was approved by voters in April 2014. Warren County Ambulance District participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and accepts assignment from participating insurance providers.
Medical direction for the District is provided through Washington University Department of Emergency Medicine. Patients are transported to the medical facility of their choice whenever their medical condition is stable and the receiving hospital is able to accept the patient. District paramedics and EMTs operate under the guidance and authority of WashU Emergency Physicians.
Warren County Ambulance District is licensed through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. The District is also licensed as a training entity through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
The district and its employees are full compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). A copy of the District’s Notice of Privacy Practices is made available to every patient receiving care.