The average ER wait is now 173 minutes — and some patients wait far longer

New Jersey 101.5·May 15

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Emergency room wait times have increased, with the average wait now reportedly 173 minutes. Wait times vary by location, with some areas, such as New Jersey and Long Island, experiencing waits of over three hours, while others have implemented tools to help determine wait times. The duration of ER visits also differs by hospital, with some facilities having significantly shorter or longer wait times than the average.

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