Data & Research

Interactive Data Dashboards and Research Documents

We invite you to explore our interactive dashboards featuring statewide EMS data and the insightful research conducted by the Office of EMS.  Open Interactive Dashboards

Research Requests

If you’re looking for EMS data for your academic or clinical research, click here to Schedule a Research Data Meeting. During this meeting, we will discuss:
  • Scope of your project
  • Exact data elements (e.g., dAgency.11, ePatient.15, ePatient.16, eInjury.01)
  • Timeframe and geographic scope
  • Any inclusion/exclusion criteria or filters
  • Data Use Agreement (DUA) and IRB
Research Data Availability:
  • From June 2020 – June 2023: NEMSIS v3.3.4
  • From June 2023 – present: NEMSIS v3.5
  • Pre-June 2020: Not available for research
For requests such as contact lists for systems or agencies or other general data inquiries, click here. All requests are reviewed by OEMS prior to release.

biospatial Access

biospatial provides real-time analytics and situational awareness for EMS data. This service is available at no cost to the agency that submits data to the State of North Carolina OEMS Repository. Informational sheet describing biospatial and its benefits. Also provides a QR Code for access to a form to request an account. Request biospatial Access

Current Data Standard: NEMSIS v3.5

North Carolina began accepting NEMSIS v3.5 data in June 2023, with all agencies and vendors reaching compliance by July 2024. Our data is organized using the NEMSIS  national standard, which allows for consistent collection, sharing, and analysis.

Submitting & Validating Data

Follow these steps to ensure your data is accepted:
  1. Use the correct facility code.
  2. Request updates as needed.
  3. Access to the Repository for agencies.

Tools & Resources