Wait Times for Medical Appointments among Adults Age 50 and Older
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Reports on wait times and distance to healthcare services in rural and urban communities, utilizing data from a February 2025 survey of 1,012 adults age 50 or older. Breaks down data by level of rurality, type of facility, and type of care provided.
Author(s)
Teresa A. Keenan
Date
05/2025
Organization
AARP
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· Emergency department and urgent care services
· Healthcare facilities
· Hospitals
· Oral health
· Pharmacy and prescription drugs
· Primary care
· Rural-urban differences
· Specialty care
· Statistics and data