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Question: We’re debating two questions in our hospital regarding when EMTALA applies. First, does the law apply to patients who only are “holding” in the ED because there are no beds available in the hospital? And does it apply when an air ambulance uses our helipad but does not bring the patient to our ED?

EMTALA Q&A