Concludes Agreement First Announced In November

Air Methods Corporation has acquired Tri-State Care Flight. In November, Air Methods announced it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Tri-State Care Flight and its air medical transport program.

"Air Methods would first like to welcome Tri-State Care Flight employees to the team," said Aaron Todd, chief executive officer of Air Methods. "They are now a part of the 4,000 strong making a difference in the lives of thousands. We truly believe that everyone deserves access to lifesaving care, and we look forward to strengthening our commitment in the southwest."

Tri-State Care Flight will continue to operate as a critical care transport provider servicing Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, and Colorado.

"What I'm looking forward to the most is the expansion of Tri-State Care Flight's footprint," added Dr. Blake Stamper, founder and managing member of Tri-State Care Flight. "This enhances the opportunities for the professionals dedicated to the mission, and for the patients and customers we do it all for."

(Source: Air Methods news release)

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