Hospitals Are Cornerstones in Their Communities: 2021 by the Numbers Infographic. 127 million patients treated in emergency departments. 3.5 million babies delivered. 659 million outpatient visits. 27 million surgeries performed. Each hospital job supports nearly three additional jobs. 6.3 million persons directly employed by hospitals nationwide. 23.4 million total jobs supported by hospitals. 1 in 6 jobs are supported by hospitals nationwide. Did you know? 93% of hospitals engage in community partnerships

Hospitals Are Cornerstones in Their Communities: 2021 by the Numbers Infographic

Hospitals Are Cornerstones in Their Communities: 2021 by the Numbers Infographic. 127 million patients treated in emergency departments. 3.5 million babies delivered. 659 million outpatient visits. 27 million surgeries performed. Each hospital job supports nearly three additional jobs. 6.3 million persons directly employed by hospitals nationwide. 23.4 million total jobs supported by hospitals. 1 in 6 jobs are supported by hospitals nationwide. Did you know? 93% of hospitals engage in community partnerships.

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