Trauma Designation

The WV Bureau for Public Health through The WV Office of Emergency Medical Services designates West Virginia health care facilities through criteria in WV Rule 64 CSR 27. WV Trauma Centers demonstrate a strong commitment to 24-hour availability of resources to care for an injured patient. WV Trauma Centers are designated as Level I, II, III or IV.

Code References

64CSR27, Statewide Trauma/Emergency Care
55-7B-9C Limit on liability for treatment of emergency conditions

Trauma Centers

West Virginia Designated Trauma Centers List
West Virginia Trauma Center Map

Other Documents

Emergency Health Care and Triage Procedures

Critical Elements - Trauma Center Designation

Archive

Trauma Team Activation - Highest Level

Critical Elements - Trauma Center Designation

See Also