About Us
Proudly Serving Linn County Since 1971
Area Ambulance Service (AAS) is the regional 9-1-1 Emergency Medical Services provider for Cedar Rapids, Marion and 15 surrounding communities.
AAS is a community based, not-for-profit organization governed by a board including representatives from UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, the City of Cedar Rapids, the City of Marion, and Linn County.
85+
Field Providers
260
Square Miles Covered
50+
Years of Service
Services We Provide
Area Ambulance Service is proud to offer a range of transport services and on-site care to Linn County. From emergencies to planned events, our team delivers exceptional care with speed and professionalism.
Emergency Ambulance Service
When seconds matter, our Advanced Life Support ambulances and expert paramedics respond quickly to 9-1-1 calls in Cedar Rapids, Marion, and beyond. Expect skilled pre-hospital care, arriving fast.
Hospital & Medical Transfers
We are the region’s trusted choice for interfacility transfers.
On-Call Event Service
From Corridor festivals to sporting events, our EMS providers stand ready to serve.
The Communities We Serve
We serve the Cedar Rapids area and 15 surrounding communities from our home base in southwest Cedar Rapids, with a new satellite facility coming to Marion in 2026.
What Drives Us
Mission
Striving to make a significant impact on the community we serve, providing exceptional care to every patient, every time.
Vision
Area Ambulance Service is determined to become the high performance regional emergency medical services provider of choice.
Values
We are guided by Honesty & Trust, Leadership & Loyalty, Integrity & Honor, Compassion & Empathy, Service & Sacrifice, and the joy of Celebration.
Our Leadership Team
Financial Assistance
Area Ambulance Service has an established charitable financial assistance program. This program is calculated on a sliding scale based upon family size and annual income. Qualified applicants may receive a 10%-100% reduction in their ambulance bill.
To learn more about this program and apply, visit the AAS forms hub.
