05/02/2026
Here’s the reality—going to the Emergency Room by ambulance does not get you seen faster.
We receive calls all the time where this was the expectation, so let’s clear it up.
At the hospital, patients are seen based on how serious their condition is—not how they arrived. Whether you walk in, are dropped off, or go by ambulance, you will be triaged the same way. If your condition is not urgent, you may still wait.
When you call 911 for non-emergencies just to get quicker access, it ties up ambulances and firefighters who may be needed for life-threatening situations—heart attacks, strokes, serious accidents. That delay can have real consequences for someone else in your community.
There’s also a financial side. Ambulance transport is expensive, and if it’s determined to be medically unnecessary, your insurance may not cover the cost—leaving you with a significant bill.
We’re here for emergencies. If you’re experiencing a true emergency, call us—we will respond immediately and provide the care you need.
But if it’s not an emergency, please consider other options like urgent care or contacting your primary care provider.
