Castleview Hospital in Price reported a current emergency room wait time of 24 minutes on Saturday, a figure significantly lower than the national average of one hour established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The facility continues to provide 24/7 emergency medical services through its specialized trauma and cardiac care teams.
Wait time calculation method
The hospital's current wait time calculation is based on a four-hour rolling average that the facility updates every 15 minutes. According to Castleview Hospital, this metric tracks the duration from the moment of patient registration at the emergency room until the individual is greeted by a qualified medical professional.
Defining qualified medical professionals
To ensure standardized care, the hospital defines a qualified medical professional as a Doctor of Medicine (MD), a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), a Physician Assistant (PA), or an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP). While the displayed time provides an informational average, the hospital notes that patients are triaged upon arrival and seen in priority order based on their specific presenting complaint and reason for the visit.
Hospital trauma center designations
Castleview Hospital operates as a Level IV Trauma Center, maintaining 24/7 coverage for critical services including general surgery, orthopedics, and OB/GYN. The facility is also designated as an accredited chest pain center and an acute stroke-ready hospital.
Specialized nursing and medical training
The emergency department's medical team consists of physicians, nurses, and support staff trained to provide care for a wide range of medical crises. In addition to standard trauma response, the hospital's nursing staff has completed specialized training through the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program, allowing the facility to provide specialized examinations for victims of sexual assault in the community.
Location and facility availability
The hospital's emergency services are located at 300 Hospital Drive in Price, Utah. The facility remains open 24 hours a day to provide continuous access to emergency care for the local population.
Emergency 9-1-1 protocols
Medical officials at the hospital emphasize that for any life-threatening situation, calling 9-1-1 is almost always the fastest way to receive lifesaving treatment. The hospital notes that Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff are specifically trained to revive individuals whose hearts have stopped and can provide rapid transport directly to the emergency room.
In addition to its trauma and cardiac capabilities, Castleview Hospital provides resources for patients to understand critical symptoms related to heart attacks and strokes. The hospital encourages patients to engage in active communication with staff during stressful emergency room visits and to ask questions regarding their care and treatment plans.
