ER visits by uninsured patients in Virginia hospitals spiked by 8% last year

By: Charlotte Rene Woods

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: July 21, 2026

Words: 580

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 2 days ago

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Virginia’s emergency departments saw an 8% increase in uninsured patient visits last year compared to the previous year, according to new data from the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association.

Labeled as “self-pay,” this ER classification identifies people who lack insurance or did not prove they had it at the time they received care.

The new data reflects health systems’ concerns that more uninsured patients may flood emergency departments rather than seek primary …

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