Emergency care
Emergency care is the treatment of unexpected, severe medical injuries or infections. It is typically delivered in an emergency room or an ambulance. Our emergency medicine physicians stabilize your condition as quickly as possible to prepare you for the next step of care or discharge.
Emergency room (ER) care in Belton, Missouri
Our hospital offers 24/7 care to children and adults in southern Jackson and northern Cass counties who require emergency medical treatment.
Our modern facility has board-certified physicians, critical care nurses and specially trained support staff on-site to provide fast, coordinated emergency care. With short wait times, we work to deliver exceptional services and quality of care.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
Emergency services we offer
At our facility, you have access to:
- 24/7 orthopedic services care for bone and joint injuries
- 24/7 kid-friendly emergency services
- Advanced telehealth services providing rapid response treatment for stroke
- Emergency care in remote and rural locations
- State-of-the-art services including monitoring, electronic medication management and in-house cardiologists for heart attack symptoms
Kid-friendly emergency care
If your little one ever needs advanced emergency care, you can count on us for expert, family-centered support. From injuries to sudden illnesses, we’re here to provide compassionate, child-focused care every step of the way.
Advanced trauma care services
As part of the largest regional network of trauma centers, we’re here to care for you in our state-recognized Level III Certified Trauma Center. Missouri’s Department of Health and Senior Services has recognized our expertise in trauma care, affirming our ability to respond quickly and effectively when you experience a critical injury—and to support you throughout your entire recovery journey.
Accredited stroke care
As a Level III Stroke Center, our facility meets rigorous state and national requirements. Our skilled neurologists are specially trained to respond quickly to stroke symptoms and work to offer comprehensive stroke care. We coordinate care across multiple disciplines, from intensive are through rehabilitation.
Top emergency symptoms we treat
Symptoms or conditions that can be treated in our ER include:
- Brain or spinal cord injuries
- Gunshot wounds
- Open fractures
- Puncture wounds
- Severe abdominal pain
- Signs of a heart attack or chest pain
- Stroke symptoms
- Uncontrolled pain or bleeding
Recognition
Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services recognizes Belton Regional Medical Center as a Level III Certified Trauma Center for our expertise in caring for critical injuries. They also acknowledge our hospital as a Level III Stroke Center for our excellence in treating stroke symptoms.
Additionally, the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) has recognized our ER specialists for their excellence in nursing leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research.
Fast average ER wait times
HCA Midwest Health hospitals offer short wait times throughout the Kansas City area. Plus, we treat more emergencies than any other healthcare system in the region. Check our ER wait times.
Make a follow-up appointment to prevent future ER visits
At Belton Regional Medical Center, we want you to stay healthy, especially after your ER visit. With our dedicated program, Care Connect, you’ll have support scheduling follow-up care to help reduce the risk of future health problems.
During your visit, we review your ER test results and inform you of possible health issues. Then, we help you find the right doctor. With early detection and proper medical care, we can help prolong and improve the quality of your life.