Designation Application Materials

Presentations

• Benefits of a Trauma Center by Darlene Whitlock, Independent Consultant (2020) (PDF)
• Preparing Your Designation Materials by Ren Morton, State Regional Trauma Coordinator (2020) (PDF)

Keep Updated

• EMResources

Application Process

• Level IV Trauma Center Application Timeline (Initial) (PDF)
• Level IV Trauma Center Application Timeline (Renewal) (PDF)
• Level IV Trauma Center PRQ Guidance (PDF)
• Resources for Optimal Care of the Injured Patient 2022 Standards (Gray Book)

Application Materials

• Letter of Intent to Submit Application for Level IV Trauma Designation (PDF)
• Designation Application (PDF)
• Level IV Trauma Center Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ) (PDF)

Guidelines & Checklists

• Level IV Criteria Quick Reference Guide (DOCX)
• Level IV Documentation Checklist (PDF)
• Level IV Submission Guidelines (PDF)
• Level IV Trauma Center Survey Agenda (PDF)

Lifeline: Community of Practice for Trauma Program Managers (TPM)

Each quarter we host a TPM event on Lifeline. Listen to these events and download the materials for free through KS-Train. Create an account with this How-To Guide (PDF). Participation in Lifeline events counts towards the regional involvement criteria in the designation process.

• Course 1082908 - Common designation pitfalls
• Course 1085203 - Rising strong after losing the trauma designation
• Course 1089021 - Conducting PI in Real Time

Notice of Designation Extensions

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Kansas Trauma Center Designations have been extended for one year for all facilities designating or renewing in 2020 to 2023. For more information, read the Notice of Designation Extension (PDF) or email Wendy O’Hare.