Hospitals in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Local hospitals serve as the cornerstone of healthcare for the community, providing emergency care, surgical services, and inpatient treatment for residents of the city and surrounding region. There are 9 Hospitals locations in Austin, Pennsylvania.

Residents should check whether local hospitals participate in their insurance network before a scheduled procedure, and should inquire about financial assistance programs if they are uninsured or underinsured.

Residents of Austin should save their nearest hospital's main number and emergency department address in their phone in case of a medical emergency. For non-emergency medical needs, calling the hospital's nurse advice line can help determine whether an emergency room visit or urgent care is more appropriate.