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Impact of potential work stoppage on vulnerable patient populations at H+H facilities
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Council Member Mercedes Narcisse inquires about the potential impact of a work stoppage on vulnerable patient populations at H+H facilities. Dr. Mitch Katz explains the likely effects and mitigation strategies.
- Low-income people in New York City would be disproportionately affected
- ICU patients would be prioritized for transfer to other facilities if necessary
- Outpatient appointments would be canceled, with urgent cases directed to emergency departments
- A triage system would be implemented to manage patient care during the stoppage