Emergency Department Utilization by Native American Children

View Resource

Examines pediatric emergency department (ED) utilization in Native American (NA) populations in urban and rural areas. Analyzes 8,294 visits by 5,275 NA patients and 44,503 visits by 33,945 White patients across 6 EDs between 2011-2012 to observe health disparities in different areas and populations. Includes data breakdowns of ED patient demographics and characteristics according to rural, mid-size urban, and large urban location.

Heather G. Zook, Anupam B. Kharbanda, Susan E. Puumala, et al.

Pediatric Emergency Care, 34(11), 802-809

11/2018

Children and youth · Emergency department and urgent care services · Health disparities · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data · Tribal communities