Why go to urgent care when it can come to you? New service starts in Tacoma
DispatchHealth is partnering with
Among the issues its teams can address: pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, skin infections, minor trauma, urinary tract infections, sprains and laceration repairs.
You can get access to the service via physician referral, a phone call, online or using the DispatchHealth smartphone app available in the
Each visiting team includes a physician assistant or nurse practitioner and a medical technician, with a doctor also available on call. Once called, the team can be at your home, workplace or assisted living facility in two hours or less.
After treatment, a report is sent to your physician and senior living facility/home health agency, if applicable.
"There are many patients who may be able to avoid a trip to the emergency room or be discharged from the hospital sooner, just by accessing the advanced services offered via our mobile services," said
The goal is to reduce strain on emergency rooms and primary care physicians.
"DispatchHealth can act as the 'eyes and ears' on the ground for your physician when they are unable to see you, and you require immediate care," according to the service's website.
On average, the service says, most patients pay
"We are continuously focused on providing our patients and our community with options for health care that meet their needs, when and where they need them," said
The service is available seven days a week,
Elsewhere, the service is available in
Tacoma DispatchHealth
-- Phone: 253-650-0316
-- Website: dispatchhealth.com
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