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Program makes sure ER is for emergencies
The Tennessean, September 23, 2008
A new program at Skyline Medical Center in Tennessee aims to reduce waiting times in the emergency room by diverting non-critical cases to local clinics. Program directors hope that, in addition to cutting costs for unnecessary ER visits, the program will also help provide an alternative for patients who typically use the ER as their primary source of medical care.
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