New Jersey emergency room wait times average 173 minutes due to hospital shortages

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The United States has the lowest number of hospitals globally, contributing to long emergency room wait times. New Jersey ranks seventh nationally for ER wait times, averaging 173 minutes, with Maryland experiencing the longest waits. These delays are exacerbated by a shortage of hospitals and beds, alongside increased ER use for non-emergencies.


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