"IT Issue Forces Patient Diversion and Disruption at Liberty Hospital ER"

Liberty Hospital in Missouri is diverting patients to other facilities due to an ongoing IT issue that has affected the emergency room's ability to function normally. The hospital is actively investigating the cause of the disruption and cannot estimate how long it will last. Approximately 30 patients have been transported by the Kansas City Fire Department, and an additional 10-15 patients have been transported by Liberty EMS. Patient safety is the hospital's top priority, and they are evaluating each patient to ensure they receive the necessary care and considering transfers to other facilities if needed.