Narcisse warns of emergency department strain from uninsurance
Narcisse warns that uninsured New Yorkers often seek care only after conditions worsen, increasing emergency department demand and uncompensated care. She says this strains safety net hospitals that already serve disproportionate shares of Medicaid and uninsured patients.
Disruptions in care can have detrimental consequences.
Uninsured individuals are more likely to delay or skip medication and treatment because of cost concerns, leading to higher risk of chronic diseases and early mortality.
As a result, New Yorkers may seek care only after their conditions have become more severe.
Increasing demand for emergency department services and uncompensated care, which could place additional financial and operational strain on New York City's safety net hospitals.
Which already serve a disproportionate share of Medicaid and uninsured patients.