NY EMS Protocols vs DocGo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NY EMS Protocols
Provides New York State EMS professionals with instant access to statewide emergency medical protocols, clinical decision tools, and reference materials. Features include offline access, search functionality, and study resources. Designed for field use by EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics.
- Complete NYS BLS and ALS protocol access
- Clinical decision tools (calculators, timers, checklists)
- Equipment and reference tools
- Study resources (flowcharts, flashcards, quizzes)
- Hospital directory with directions
- Medications reference with contraindication alerts
- Offline functionality
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SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED NY EMS Pro requires an active subscription to access all features. Choose from monthly or yearly options. Start with a FREE 2-WEEK TRIAL to explore all features before you subscribe. --- NY EMS Protocols gives New York State EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics instant access to the complete statewide emergency medical services protocols—online or offline. COMPLETE PROTOCOL ACCESS • Browse all NYS BLS and ALS protocols organized by category • Pediatric, adult, cardiac, trauma, medical, and behavioral protocols • Full-text search across all protocols to find what you need fast • Bookmark your position and add personal notes to any protocol CLINICAL DECISION TOOLS • Trauma Score calculator (RTS & Pediatric Trauma Score) • Stroke Timer with LKW tracking and tPA eligibility • STEMI Checklist with fibrinolytic contraindications • Sepsis Screening with qSOFA and SIRS criteria • Pain Scales (Numeric, Wong-Baker FACES, FLACC) • Burn Assessment with Rule of 9s and Parkland formula • Dose Finder: AI-powered medication dosing tool for weight-based calculations EQUIPMENT & REFERENCE TOOLS • ETT depth formulas for pediatric and adult patients • Defibrillation energy settings by age and weight • IO site reference with NY State approved locations • Pediatric Reference with age-based vitals and equipment sizes • Assessment Scales with auto-scoring (GCS, APGAR, Stroke) • Quick Reference Cards for RSI, 12-lead placement, and more STUDY RESOURCES • Interactive flowcharts for clinical decision making • Flashcard decks for protocol review • Quizzes to test your knowledge • Shift handoff tools HOSPITAL DIRECTORY • Find nearby hospitals sorted by distance from your location • Pin your most-used facilities for quick access • View hospital contact information and services • Get directions via Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze MEDICATIONS REFERENCE • Quick access to medication dosages and administration guidelines • Contraindication alerts • Organized for fast lookup during critical moments DESIGNED FOR THE FIELD • Works completely offline—download once, access anywhere • Pin your favorite tools and hospitals to the top • Dark mode optimized for low-light environments • Adjustable text size for easy reading • Fast navigation with section jump buttons STAY CURRENT • Automatic update notifications when protocols change • Always have the latest guidelines at your fingertips Built by EMS professionals, for EMS professionals. NY EMS Protocols is the essential companion app for every New York State prehospital provider. Note: This app is intended as a reference tool and does not replace proper training, medical direction, or clinical judgment. --- SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions after purchase. Terms of Use: https://nyemsprotocols.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://nyemsprotocols.com/privacy.html
DocGo
Get same-day urgent care visits at your home from licensed clinicians. Treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries without visiting a crowded waiting room. Accepts most major insurance and offers affordable self-pay rates.
- Same-day in-home urgent care visits
- Treats adults and children 6 months+
- Wide range of common illnesses and injuries treated
- Accepts major insurance
- Affordable self-pay rates
- Telehealth visit option available
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URGENT CARE IN-HOME VISITS Avoid crowded waiting rooms and get treated today with DocGo. Our licensed clinicians provide same-day visits to treat many illnesses and injuries just like an urgent care center, but in the comfort of your home. Most major insurance is accepted and we have affordable self-pay rates. Experience the difference and let care come to you with DocGo. Current Service Areas: New York City including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens Nassau County and parts of Long Island Central and Northern New Jersey What We Treat: We see adults and children 6 months and older for a wide range of symptoms and conditions. COMMON SYMPTOMS & CONDITIONS WE TREAT - Cold and flu - Sore throat and Strep - Fever - Cough - Congestion or sinus pain (sinusitis) - Itchy or red eyes (pink eye) - Gastrointestinal (stomach) pain or cramps - Nausea or vomiting - Diarrhea - Constipation - Respiratory infections testing and treatment - COVID-19 testing including Rapid Antigen and PCR (NAAT / Nucleic Acid Amplification Test) for travel - Heartburn / acid reflux - Seasonal allergies / hay fever - Skin rashes - Headaches and migraines - Cuts, scrapes, and minor injuries - Sprains and sports injuries - UTI / painful urination - Yeast infections - Dehydration WE ALSO DO EXAMS - Medical Clearance Exams - School, Sports and Camp Physicals - Pre-operative Screenings FAQs How does DocGo work? DocGo is a new way to get care on your terms. Unlike traditional telehealth services, we can actually come to you to treat a wide range of symptoms and illnesses. When you request a visit, we may recommend a telehealth visit based on your symptoms and provider availability. You can always request an at home visit if you are in our service area. For more information, you can visit our website at docgo.com/for-patients Who can you treat? DocGo provides non-emergency medical care to patients 6 months and older. Who are DocGo Clinicians? All Clinicians are licensed medical professionals. All visits are conducted by an Advanced Practitioner (an NP, PA, MD, or DO). How much does it cost to be treated? The amount that you will be responsible for is determined by your insurance plan. Typically, DocGo patients pay a similar or lower amount than they would for walk-in Urgent Care. If you do not have insurance or are out of network, we charge a flat rate of $199 for house calls and $69 for telehealth visits. In this case, we provide documentation you may use to submit for insurance reimbursement on your own. GET IN TOUCH - Phone and Text: 844-44DOCGO (1-844-443-6246) - Email: patientsupport@docgo.com - Web: https://docgo.com/for-patients
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DocGo at none against NY EMS Protocols's 2. DocGo also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). NY EMS Protocols's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. NY EMS Protocols sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DocGo asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for NY EMS Protocols against 4.5 for DocGo. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 6 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of NY EMS Protocols's written reviews are positive against 67% of DocGo's.
NY EMS Protocols ships an update every 2 months, DocGo every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NY EMS Protocols | DocGo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (29 ratings) | 4.5 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 29 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Rappasoft | DocGo Inc. |
Customer experience
NY EMS Protocols
DocGo
In-app purchases
NY EMS Protocols
- NY EMS Pro Monthly14 Days trial$1.991 Month
- NY EMS Pro Yearly14 Days trial$19.991 Year
DocGo
No in-app purchases







