The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6571, aims to amend title 368v of the general statutes by requiring hospitals to post real-time emergency department wait times on their websites. This initiative is intended to enhance transparency and provide patients with timely information regarding wait times in emergency departments.
The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces the new requirement for hospitals to maintain and display real-time wait time data online. This measure is designed to improve patient experience and facilitate informed decision-making for individuals seeking emergency care.