Factors influencing Emergency Department Use: Number of Visits and Length of Stay

Objective

The purpose of this project is to identify factors that correlate with a higher number of emergency department visits and longer lengths of stay. Having a behavioral health diagnosis was correlated with higher numbers of visits and longer lengths of stay.

Research Team: Pat Conway, Katie Bauman, Laura Kitsch.

Research Study Categories

• Healthcare Delivery Studies

Specialty

• Behavioral & Mental Health

Contact

Pat Conway at 218-786-2149
or pat.conway@eirh.org