US · USA
Informational only — not medical, legal, or travel advice. In an emergency, always call your local emergency number; availability can change.
New cases / 100k
240
Annual incidence
Deaths / 100k
38
Stroke mortality
DALYs / 100k
950
Healthy years lost
Reference year 2021. Rates per 100,000 population unless noted.
Emergency numbers
Emergency (EMS / Police / Fire)911CT widely available 24/7 at stroke centers; MRI and CT perfusion common at comprehensive centers.
Nationwide 911 EMS with widespread stroke pre-notification and routing to certified stroke centers in most metro areas. Response times vary widely between urban and rural counties.
Suspected stroke is recognized via FAST/BE-FAST. Patients enter through 911 EMS or emergency departments, are triaged with CT/CTA, and routed to primary or comprehensive stroke centers; thrombectomy candidates are transferred to comprehensive centers.
The US signed but never ratified the UN CRPD, yet the ADA (1990) is one of the world's strongest accessibility laws and is actively enforced. Built environment and transit are broadly usable in cities; rural coverage and footpath maintenance vary.
Urban vs rural reality
Cities and federally funded facilities are highly accessible; some rural sidewalks, older buildings, and small transit systems still fall short.
ADA-compliant in new construction; maintenance varies by municipality.
Required at crossings under the ADA.
Required in most public multi-storey buildings.
Section 508 / ADA Title III expectations for digital access.
Federal and many state/commercial sites target WCAG 2.x conformance.
Accessibility sources: ADA.gov — Americans with Disabilities Act (2024); US Access Board — accessibility standards (2023).
2 centers
| Center | 24/7 ED | Stroke unit | CT 24/7 | Thrombolysis | Thrombectomy | Rehab | Tele-stroke |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Listings are illustrative and may be incomplete. Capabilities can change — confirm directly with each center before relying on this information.
1 center
| Center | 24/7 ED | Stroke unit | CT 24/7 | Thrombolysis | Thrombectomy | Rehab | Tele-stroke |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Yes | Unknown |
Medicare (65+ and some disabilities) and Medicaid (low income) cover acute stroke care and rehabilitation, subject to coverage rules and cost sharing.
Employer and marketplace plans are common; coverage of rehab duration and outpatient therapy caps vary by plan.
Deductibles, copays, and out-of-network bills can be substantial even for insured patients; uninsured patients face high charges.
Coverage confirmed for Medicare/Medicaid acute care; out-of-pocket realities vary and figures are illustrative, not quotes.
The vertical marker on each bar shows the regional average.
Last verified June 21, 2026. Found something out of date? Report incorrect info.
Recovery guidance and product launch updates. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
support@stroke.technology© 2026 Stroke Technology Inc. All rights reserved.
Made with care for survivors and caregivers.
Mandated minimums with enforcement.
Detectable warnings at transit platforms; less common at general crossings.
Accessible Pedestrian Signals expanding but not universal.
Fixed-route buses are required to be lift/ramp-equipped.
Key stations accessible; some legacy stations lack elevators.
Wheelchair-accessible vehicles vary by city.
ADA paratransit complements fixed-route service.
ASL interpretation widely required for public services.
AAC devices covered by many insurers and schools.
SSDI/SSI, Medicaid waivers and FMLA leave; coverage and waitlists vary by state.