MCC 9702 - Emergency services 
The Merchant Category Code (MCC) 9702 is designated for businesses providing emergency services. This code is primarily used by entities that offer immediate response services, which are critical in various urgent situations. Organizations under this MCC are typically involved in activities ranging from medical emergencies to rescue operations.
Types of Services
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS): Includes ambulance services and parademic units that provide urgent pre-hospital treatment and stabilization.
- Fire and Rescue Operations: Encompasses fire departments and other entities engaged in firefighting and rescue operations.
- Disaster Response Management: Organizations focused on responding to natural and man-made disasters with evacuation and relief efforts.
- Public Safety Services: Agencies providing rapid responses to ensure public safety, including police emergency services.
Related MCCs
- MCC 8699: Membership Organizations, Not Elsewhere Classified: Covers a range of non-profit entities that could be involved in supporting emergency services but not directly providing them.
- MCC 8398: Charitable and Social Service Organizations: Includes organizations depending on funds and assisting with relief efforts but not engaged in frontline emergency services.
FAQs
- What types of transactions are typically processed under MCC 9702?
- Transactions involving immediate emergency response services, such as ambulance dispatch fees or firefighting services. - Are private security services included under MCC 9702?
- No, private security services generally fall under a different category, as they do not primarily provide emergency response services. - How can a business determine if they qualify for MCC 9702?
- Businesses should assess whether their primary operations are aligned with providing direct emergency response or related services.
MCC Categories
Agricultural Services Airlines Business Services Car rent Cars and vehicles Clothing stores Contract services Entertainment services Government Services Hotels / Resorts Mail / Telephone Sales Membership оrganizations Miscellaneous Stores Not categorized Personal services Professional services Repair services Retail Outlet Services Service provider Transportation Services Utility Services Wholesale suppliers and manufacturers