Advertising emergency room wait times gains popularity

Critics say the practice may provide misleading information, but for many, the knowledge can speed up the often lengthy delays. His smashed finger wrapped in bandages, Len Balon walked into an emergency room and eyed the flat-screen monitor broadcasting live wait times for Scottsdale Healthcare's area hospitals. Osborn Hospital, where he was standing: two hours and 55 minutes. Thompson Peak hospital, a short distance away: four minutes.

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