National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NHAMCS)

The National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NHAMCS) is a national research effort by the CDC that collects data from hospital outpatient and emergency departments. It provides detailed information on the types of services provided, reasons for visits, patient demographics, and wait times. This data helps identify healthcare trends, assess quality of care, and inform health policy decisions. NHAMCS surveys a representative sample of hospitals across the United States to provide a comprehensive picture of ambulatory medical care in hospital settings.