Contact this department: (715) 684 -3311
Emergency Care
Emergencies take you by surprise and when they do, we’re ready 24 hours a day, seven days a week. From minor injuries to life-threatening conditions, it’s no surprise that you can trust Baldwin Area Medical Center to deliver the treatment you need.
The Emergency Department at Baldwin Area Medical Center is equipped with three modern emergency rooms designed to handle any situation, from minor to severe. Whether the medical emergency need is cardiac, trauma or OB services, our ER team is thoroughly trained in emergency medicine.
As a Level IV Trauma Center, the Emergency Department has the capability to initially manage the majority of injured patients, and it has transfer agreements with higher-level centers of care.
Registration
Registration staff will meet with you to verify insurance billing information. You will be asked to present a photo ID in order to prevent identity theft and fraudulent billing. It is the responsibility of the patient to provide detailed billing information regarding injury, date, time and location of the accident and claim information.
Triage
A registered nurse will meet with you briefly to assess the nature of your illness, based on your symptoms and history. If your condition is life threatening and critical, you will receive immediate attention.
After Your Emergency Center Visit
Before you leave, you will receive written discharge instructions. It is important that you understand all of the instructions. Please feel free to ask questions. Your medical team will talk with you about necessary follow-up appointments for further treatment, diagnosis or general monitoring of your condition.