Freestanding Emergency Rooms

Freestanding Emergency Rooms (ERs) are independent healthcare facilities that provide emergency medical services outside of traditional hospital settings. They are equipped to handle urgent injuries and illnesses, offering services like diagnostic testing, imaging, and treatment for conditions such as chest pain, severe cuts, or broken bones. Unlike urgent care centers, freestanding ERs operate 24/7 with staff trained in emergency medicine and are often billed similarly to hospital ERs. They offer a convenient alternative for urgent care needs when immediate attention is required but may involve higher costs.