Calvert Er Wait Time (2024)

FAQs

What is the slowest time at the ER? ›

Learn more about the methodology here. Nationwide, the median time patients spent in the ED was 162 minutes, up from 159 minutes in the 12-month period ending in March 2022, according to CMS data. In the same period ending in 2021, this figure sat at 149 minutes. Here's how each state and Washington, D.C., stacks up.

Besides Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, there's no place in the United States where people wait longer to be seen. Patients in Maryland spend 4 hours, 7 minutes, on average, from the time they arrive in emergency departments to the time they leave, according to federal data last updated in January.

“We know that there is overcrowding in the ED,” said lead author Renee Y. Hsia, MD, a UCSF professor of emergency medicine. “Capacity has largely failed to match the rise in patient demand.” The paper published June 22, 2023 in JAMA Network Open.

Be specific: Describe your symptoms in detail. Instead of saying “I feel sick,” explain the specific symptoms you are experiencing, such as nausea, dizziness, or chest pain. This will help the medical staff understand the urgency of your situation. Use descriptive language: Paint a vivid picture of your symptoms.

The least busy times at the ER are usually early in the morning, particularly between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m.

One systemic review found that the most commonly used definition of a non-urgent visit depended on whether care could be delayed and reported that an overall median of 32.1% of ED visits could be classified as non-urgent.

Washington, D.C. and Maryland have the longest emergency room wait times by state at over four hours. ER wait times in Delaware and Rhode Island are 3.5 hours.

Emergency physician (EP) productivity has traditionally been measured in terms of patients per hour and has historically been estimated to be anywhere from 1.8 to 5.0, with most estimates ranging from 2.4 to 3.3.

About Our Emergency Room

Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LH AAMC) has one of the busiest emergency rooms in Maryland. When you have a medical emergency, we stand ready to help. We offer: Lifesaving heart attack care.

How much does it cost to go to the ER in Maryland? ›

The law requires hospitals to provide care for all patients regardless of their ability to pay. The same applies to urgent care facilities owned by hospitals. The cost of an average emergency visit can range from $623 (Maryland) to $3,102 (Florida).

The thing is, not all patients are in equal need of care. Some patients are coming in for a follow-up visit. Others queue up for a general check-up or, as it often happens, “just to ask a quick question”. Naturally, doctors find themselves prioritizing certain patients over the rest.

Leaving the ER before seeing a healthcare provider can result in your condition worsening. Without proper medical evaluation, you might not receive the necessary interventions in time, leading to preventable complications.

Leaving the ER Without Being Seen by a Provider

Some people leave the ER without being seen by a healthcare provider. A common reason is long wait times. 8 You are free to leave but then you may not receive the care you need in a timely manner. Don't leave the hospital without first talking to the ER staff.

Weekends, Holidays and Other Days to Avoid

Major holidays, like the Fourth of July, Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years. Four day weekend holidays, like Labor Day and Memorial Day. Spring break. Summer vacation.

The U.S. hospital with the most emergency department visits in 2022 was Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas, followed by Lakeland Regional Medical Center in Lakeland, Florida.

You can't control when you get sick or injured, but if you can, try to head to urgent care late morning or early afternoon. Wait times are often longer in the early morning and around dinnertime since most people tend to go to urgent care right before or after work or school.