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NEMT Licenses & Permits: What You Actually Need to Launch (2026)

Coach Willena McGee- RN BSN

Published on: 05/09/2026

The four layers of NEMT licensing — business, permits, vehicle, driver — and the ~$2,400 it takes to cover them. By Coach Willena McGee, RN. Verify by state.

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Best Vehicle to Start an NEMT Business (and What It Costs)

Coach Willena McGee- RN BSN

Published on: 08/08/2026

Minivan, sedan or ADA wheelchair van? An RN compares NEMT vehicle types, real 2026 prices (about $65K for an ADA van) and when to buy.

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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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