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Become a Trauma Center

Achievement of trauma center accreditation requires hospitals to undergo intensive program development. Hospitals must also and establish strict compliance with PTSF Standards of Accreditation. This process includes completion of an application for survey and a site survey visit, which validates standard compliance and evaluates administrative commitment, clinical care, and performance improvement


The process is defined in Accreditation Policy AC-130 Process for Becoming an Accredited Trauma Center. Hospitals should also be aware of the PTSF’s recommendation for the use of Trauma Program Consultants. Please see Accreditation Policy AC-131 Use of Trauma Program Consultants.


Prior to initiating the accreditation pursuit process, PTSF staff are available and provide education on the trauma center development including levels of accreditation, the accreditation process, related fees, the value and commitment to performance improvement, and guidance on performing an analysis of resources. Please contact the PTSF with any questions.