Question

Social and economic reasons for using the emergency room for non- urgent health care

Answer 1

A large proportion of all emergency department (ED) visits in the U.S. are for non-urgent conditions. Use of the ED for non-urgent conditions may lead to excessive healthcare spending, unnecessary testing and treatment, and weaker patient-primary care provider relationships.

Answer 2

Answer:

Background. A large proportion of all emergency department (ED) visits in the U.S. are for non-urgent conditions. Use of the ED for non-urgent conditions may lead to excessive healthcare spending, unnecessary testing and treatment, and weaker patient-primary care provider relationships.