Frequently asked questions2024-10-24T14:48:27+02:00

Frequently asked questions

Below we answer the most frequently asked questions about ambulance transport. If your question is not listed, please do not hesitate to contact us.

I am unemployed, can I become a volunteer?2024-10-21T09:31:17+02:00

If you receive stamping money, we recommend passing by the RVA first to find out if you are allowed to volunteer.

I do not have a first aid diploma, can I become a volunteer?2024-10-21T09:30:48+02:00

Definitely, you can take courses with us.

What are the requirements to become a volunteer?2024-10-21T09:30:23+02:00

We expect from you a correct social attitude, eager to learn, and a correct attitude towards patients and environment. As a minimum training, we expect knowledge of first aid. We will also provide you with the additional training necessary to carry out non-urgent/urgent ambulance transport.

How can I become a volunteer?2024-10-21T09:29:57+02:00

You can register via the website, contact the human resources department by phone or pass by during our office hours (9am-5pm).

How can I make a complaint?2024-10-21T09:29:34+02:00

All transport-related “complaints” should be formulated in writing (letter, email, fax) within five working days of transport.

Complaints relating to visible defects in goods must be invoked within eight days of delivery. This must be done by means of a registered letter in which the defects are indicated in an exhaustive manner. Hidden defects must be invoked within six months of delivery.

You can contact the mediation service via our contact page.

What are the general terms and conditions?2024-10-21T09:29:06+02:00

Click here for the Terms and Conditions of the courses.

Click here for the General Terms and Conditions of the preventive aid stations.

Click here for General Terms and Conditions of Ambuce Rescue Team NV, Ambumed VZW and Ambuce Training and Education VZW.

Will my transport be reimbursed by mutual insurance or health insurance?2024-10-21T09:28:43+02:00

You can always bring in all our invoices to your mutual insurance company. Depending on the health insurance fund, there is a partial or full refund. Invoices labelled “patient contribution” cannot be submitted to the health insurance fund as this is your own contribution. This means that an amount has already been invoiced directly to the health insurance fund.

An additional reimbursement is sometimes possible with certain insurances (e.g. hospitalisation, industrial accident).

How is mileage determined?2024-10-21T09:28:15+02:00

Service 100/112: From the ambulance stand (or departure point if the vehicle was en route from a previous intervention) to the intervention site, then to the hospital and back to the ambulance stand. (Ministerially determined)

For other transports, this depends on the contract with our partners (health insurance, hospital,….) the standard calculation is: loaded km x2

I cannot pay the invoice, now what?2024-10-21T09:27:31+02:00

An instalment plan is possible for invoice amounts higher than €100. An instalment can be paid in up to 3 months and an administration fee of €20 is always charged.

What is the payment term?2024-10-21T09:24:19+02:00

All our invoices are payable:

  • By private individuals: within the 15 days from the invoice date with attached bank transfer.
  • By all other customers: within 30 days of the invoice date with bank transfer attached.

Invoices always remain at your expense. If you are of the opinion that the invoice must be paid by a third party, you must recover it yourself from the other party.

Procedure on expiry of the payment term:

  • 1st reminder 15 days after invoice date: Invoice amount plus a compensation of 15% on the official rate with a min. of €15.
  • 2nd reminder 30 days after invoice date: Invoice amount plus a 15% compensation on the official rate with a min. of € 30.

If we have not received payment even after the 2nd letter, your file will be transferred to the legal department without delay. In addition to damages of 15% on the official tariff with a minimum of € 30, an administrative cost of € 30 and late payment interest of 15% on an annual basis, in application of articles 1146 to 1155 and art. 1229 of the Civil Code.

How does insurance or mutual insurance intervention work?2024-10-21T09:23:08+02:00

You can always bring in all our invoices to your mutual insurance company. Depending on the health insurance fund, there is a partial or full refund. Invoices labelled “patient contribution” cannot be submitted to the health insurance fund as this is your own contribution. This means that an amount has already been invoiced directly to the health insurance fund. An additional reimbursement is sometimes possible with certain insurances (e.g. hospitalisation, industrial accident).

Will my transport be reimbursed by mutual insurance or insurance?2024-10-21T09:21:05+02:00

You can always bring in all our invoices to your mutual insurance company. Depending on the health insurance fund, there is a partial or full refund. Invoices labelled “patient contribution” cannot be submitted to the health insurance fund as this is your own contribution. This means that an amount has already been invoiced directly to the health insurance fund.

An additional reimbursement is sometimes possible with certain insurances (e.g. hospitalisation, industrial accident).

Can the driver accompany me into the ward or to the doctor’s office? Will they come and collect me from the room?2024-10-21T09:18:53+02:00

Yes, the driver will help you as much as possible.

How is mileage determined?2024-10-21T09:18:24+02:00

Service 100/112: From the ambulance stand (or departure point if the vehicle was en route from a previous intervention) to the intervention site, then to the hospital and back to the ambulance stand. (Ministerially determined)

For other transports, this depends on the contract with our partners (health insurance, hospital,….) the standard calculation is: loaded km x2

Do I pay more during weekends and evenings?2024-10-21T09:17:55+02:00

Sometimes it does e.g. Mutas and certain rides in the Brussels region

I live on the 1st floor and there is no lift. Can the driver help me down?2024-10-21T09:17:17+02:00

Absolutely, this is no problem at all.

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