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Hemodialysis patients have a frequent need for transportation to a medical facility for regular treatment sessions. Patients may require assistance in this regard, relying on nonemergency transportation services. There exists a wide variety in the training level of personnel handling this form of transportation. People in this field may become well acquainted with their “regular” dialysis patients and be able to recognize subtle changes in their condition, which may require diversion to a higher level of care. Protocols should be established to assist in the recognition of emergencies in this high‐risk population. If the particular transport unit does not possess the capabilities to care for emergency medical conditions, personnel should know the best method of accessing the resources required to do so.