Lévis ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 12:00 a.m. EST

Shortest in Lévis if you leave now

Avg 2h 27m · 44 waiting

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Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis

24/7 · 143 Rue Wolfe

5h 47m

Hôpital Paul-Gilbert

24/7 · 9330, boulevard du Centre-Hospitalier

Lévis ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Lévis over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

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Projected from typical wait patterns across Lévis ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Lévis

Based on historical wait patterns across Lévis emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Tuesdays 9am avg ~1h 21m

Longest wait Wednesdays 2am avg ~5h 1m

Nearby ERs Outside Lévis

Hôtel-Dieu de Montmagny

Montmagny · 53 km away

48m

Hôpital Laval

Sainte-Foy · 6 km away

Hôpital de Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré

Beaupré · 39 km away

2h 59m

Pavillon l'Hôtel-Dieu de Québec

Québec · 5 km away

4h 40m

Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus

Québec City · 8 km away

4h 49m

Emergency Rooms in Lévis

Lévis has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 2 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 44 people are waiting across Lévis emergency departments.

Wait time data for Lévis is sourced from Santé Québec (Index santé) and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Lévis use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit. It depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Lévis

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Lévis ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Quebec pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency (chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness), call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Lévis right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Lévis right now is at HÔTEL-DIEU DE LÉVIS with an estimated wait of 2h 27m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Lévis?

Lévis has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Lévis?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Lévis hospitals using data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.

What is the average ER wait time in Lévis?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Lévis is 2h 27m at HÔTEL-DIEU DE LÉVIS. The average across Lévis's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 27m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?

Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage: patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.

Where does ERstat get Lévis ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Lévis wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Lévis ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Lévis with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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