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    • In 2020, the United States experienced an estimated 131 million emergency department (ED) visits.
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    • Understanding ED visit patterns is crucial for public health preparedness.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To characterize emergency department (ED) visits in the United States in 2020.
    • To analyze ED visits mentioning COVID-19.
    • To examine demographic and payment characteristics of ED visits.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized data from the 2020 National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NHAMCS).
    • Analyzed ED visit characteristics by age group, sex, race and ethnicity, and primary expected source of payment.
    • Included analysis of visits with mentions of COVID-19.

    Main Results:

    • An estimated 131 million ED visits occurred in 2020.
    • 19.0% of adults and 4.7% of children reported ED visits in the past 12 months.
    • The report details demographic and payment data for these visits, including COVID-19 cases.

    Conclusions:

    • The 2020 NHAMCS data provides a comprehensive overview of US emergency department utilization.
    • Analysis highlights the impact of COVID-19 on ED visits and patient demographics.
    • Findings can inform healthcare resource allocation and public health strategies.