Emergency Services

Expert Care. Close to Home.

In an emergency, your greatest chance for a short and complete recovery is getting to the nearest ER.

At the Providence Medical Center Emergency Services department, our highly skilled doctors and nurses stand ready to care for you and your family 24/7.

Common Emergencies We Treat

Accidents
Broken bones
Heart attacks
Strokes
Appendicitis
Breathing problems

For further information, contact us at 913-596-4180

About Our ER Wait Time

Providence Medical Center boasts one of the shortest ER wait times in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

The ER wait time refers to the average duration a patient waits to meet with a registered nurse during the triage process (evaluation) in our emergency room.

Once patients are triaged, they are seen by qualified medical professionals in order of priority, depending on their medical condition and the reason for their visit.

Please note that these times are approximate and intended for informational purposes only.

FastTrackCare – Reserve Your ER Arrival Time

At Providence Medical Center, we are dedicated to making it easier for you to manage life’s unexpected events. Now, you can reserve your spot in line for non-life-threatening emergencies with FastTrackCare.

Simply choose your preferred arrival time at the emergency room and wait at home until it’s time for your visit.

This service is just one of the many ways we are enhancing the healthcare experience for our patients.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately.

FastTrackCare

Designated Level IV Trauma Center

We are proud to be designated a Level IV Trauma Center by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Hospitals that have achieved Level IV trauma center designation have demonstrated a commitment to providing optimal care for those who have been seriously injured.

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Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Cardiovascular Care

Providence Medical Center has earned two achievement awards from the American Heart Association for its adherence to the latest guidelines in treating heart disease and stroke.

These guidelines contribute to improved patient outcomes, including shorter recovery times and fewer hospital readmissions.

Given that heart disease and stroke are major causes of death in the U.S., the hospital’s participation in the Get With The Guidelines® program highlights its dedication to providing quality care based on current research and evidence.

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Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Heart Attack Treatments

Katrapati Prashanth We are proud to serve our community with compassion and precision as a STEMI-receiving facility.

Providence is one of only 323 hospitals nationwide to receive the Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Award from the American College of Cardiology.

This award reflects our commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart patients.

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Fully-equipped medical facility

Our fully equipped examination areas provide the very latest in emergency medical equipment. As part of our commitment to continually improve our facility, the department will be adding enhanced monitoring devices in the near future.

Advanced certification

Providence is a Certified Primary Stroke Center.

Convenient location

The Providence Emergency Room is conveniently located in the corner of Parallel parkway and N 90th Street. Patients and visitors can use Parking Lot C to easily enter the ER. View campus map.

Private and confidential

To ensure your privacy, case discussion, consultations, examinations and treatment are all confidential and are conducted privately.

Supportive of family

download We believe that a patient’s loved ones are an important part of the recovery process. Where possible, they will be able to stay with patients during treatment to provide comfort.