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Emergency Department Overuse: Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Emergency Department overuse
Emergency Department overuse made the list because patient care has increased and not Decreased as expected when the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed. The Overuse continues and leads to needless expense, crowding and concerns that put patients at risk who need immediate care. Health Care Providers/Physicians are not able to keep up. Appointments are weeks to months out to see your Dr and what ends up happening is these patients go to the Emergency Department.
Patients without an established primary care physician, patients without insurance and safety often seek care in the emergency department instead of in a more appropriate care setting for their condition. I think some patients are being irresponsible
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