75 Beekman Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901-1438
About Our Location
If you're experiencing chest pain, signs of a stroke, severe abdominal pain or other serious symptoms, call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately.
At University of Vermont Health – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital we provide state-of-the-art, coordinated, timely treatment for all types of emergencies. The main portion of the emergency department is open 24 hours a day and always has two to three physicians on duty. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital is a recognized as an American College of Surgeons Level 3 Trauma Center.
Our emergency medicine team provides state-of-the-art care for a full range of emergent conditions, including:
- Cardiac problems, including chest pain or trouble breathing
- Complications related to blood disorders, cancers or gastrointestinal disorders
- Coronary artery disease
- Mental health crises
- Stroke or other vascular diseases
- Traumatic injuries
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program (S.A.N.E)
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
EMT is the hospital’s emergency medical response arm. Along with ambulances based at the hospital, ambulances are also stationed throughout the county in locations that provide 911 ambulance service to Peru, Keeseville, Plattsburgh, Chazy, West Chazy and Beekmantown.
Your Visit
Things to know about our emergency department:
- Everyone is treated regardless of their ability to pay.
- All patients must register when they arrive with information such as name, address, family provider and insurance coverage.
- Treatment will not be delayed because of registration.
- If you are too ill to provide the needed information, a family member can help.
- Arriving here with your medications or a list of your medications is very helpful to the staff.
- You or your family member must sign a consent form that allows staff to treat you and bill your insurance company.
- A triage nurse is responsible for evaluating your condition before you are seen by an emergency medicine provider.
- You will be seen and treated as soon as possible depending on the seriousness of your situation.
- You have the right and responsibility to express any concerns you have to the nurse assigned to you.
Same-Day Care
Understanding the difference between urgent care and the emergency department will help you get the care you need, when you need it.
A Team of Experts You Can Count On
Insurance Accepted
The Emergency Department at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital treats all patients without regard to their insurance coverage or ability to pay. If you have insurance, bring your insurance card with you and present it at registration in the emergency department.
Some insurance companies require a referral from the primary care provider to provide full coverage. Coverage may also be reduced or denied if your insurance company determines that your visit did not meet their criteria for an "emergency."
Please refer to your insurance policy so that you fully understand the coverage provisions for use of the emergency department.