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  2. Prescription and purchasing

Prescription and purchasing

Placing an AED in your workplace or home has the potential to save lives. In order to purchase most AED models, a few quick steps are required. For almost all AED models, a prescription and medical oversight for the AED are required by the state of Washington. This is easier than it sounds as King County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) can provide both a prescription and medical oversight for your AED at no cost if you are planning on placing your AED within King County.

Request a prescription for purchasing a new AED

1. Your name:


2. Your phone with area code:


3. Participant/company name:


4. Site/location:


5. Site address (city, state, zip):


6. Type of business:


7. Type of AED:


8. Number of AEDs:


Medical oversight

Washington state law requires that a licensed physician or osteopath provide medical direction to a person or entity purchasing an AED. The Medical Director will help to develop instructions for your AED program to ensure that they are appropriate for your agency and are in accordance with American Heart Association Guidelines. The Medical Director will provide oversight of these instructions to ensure ongoing compliance, assure that users receive appropriate training, and that the AED is in a location to make your AED program a success.

  • If you live in Seattle, medical direction can be provided by Dr. Michael Sayre (University of Washington, Division of Emergency Medicine).
  • If you live in King County, medical direction can be provided by Dr. Mickey Eisenberg (King County EMS Division) or you can name a physician of your choice.

If you are looking to update previously registered AED information, contact Laura Miccile, CPR/PAD Program Manager, at 206-477-8664 or at laura.miccile@kingcounty.gov. You may also use our online form.