A new report from NY Requirements identifies the 25 hospitals with the most ER visits. Overcrowded emergency rooms are a persistent problem in the U.S. When so many people rely on them for care, especially in times of crisis, long wait times can be deadly. Studying the busiest ER rooms can show us what these locations might have in common and help experts develop solutions.
Many of the hospitals on the map are in some of the country’s largest cities, which explains why they’re so busy. Cities also have higher rates of poverty and homelessness, which leads to more illness and injury. Not to mention that when people with no insurance need medical assistance, the ER is their only option. Better access to health insurance, lowered rates of homelessness, and increased aid to those in poverty could all lower the demand for emergency rooms.
infographic by: nyrequirements.com
