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Do You Need a CDL for NEMT? Usually Not. Here's When You Do

Coach Willena McGee- RN BSN

Published on: 01/08/2026

Most NEMT vans don't require a CDL. An RN explains what does trigger one, the step-van question, and the licenses your state may require instead.

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How to Start a NEMT Business Step by Step (2026)

Coach Willena McGee- RN BSN

Published on: 25/07/2026

The step-by-step path to start a NEMT business in 2026 — costs, funding, licensing, and why the vehicle comes last. By Coach Willena McGee, RN.

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How Much Does It Cost to Start an NEMT Business? (2026)

Coach Willena McGee- RN BSN

Published on: 10/07/2026

$120K, not $15K: the real cost to start a medical transportation business in 2026. Vehicle, insurance, licensing and working capital, line by line.

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