NEW YORK - The cost of a ride in a city ambulance could be going up.

The FDNY is proposing an increase of its EMS fees to help deal with budget cuts brought on by the pandemic.

If the proposal is approved, the cost of a medical call requiring life support services would go up from less than $800 to $900.

New Yorkers NY1 spoke with believe it will have negative consequences.

"My son's been in an ambulance before, and thank God we had insurance and we didn't have to worry about the cost. But for those without insurance, another rate hike is incredible, it's ridiculous," said one New Yorker.

"It definitely places at risk those who are more vulnerable. The most vulnerable among us might be more inclined to make higher-risk decisions," said another.

A fire department spokesperson tells NY1 the last time the rate went up was early 2017.