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§ 20-13-810. Grants for Level I trauma centers

AR Code § 20-13-810 (2018) (N/A)
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(1) An entity that meets the preliminary criteria for a Level I trauma center under the rules of the State Board of Health may be eligible for the Level I trauma center start-up grant that is used to qualify for the status of a Level I trauma center and for trauma readiness costs associated with the care of trauma patients.

(2) This grant may be awarded to entities that:

(A) Meet the preliminary criteria for Level I trauma center status as determined by the Department of Health; and

(B) Demonstrate the capability of fully achieving Level I trauma center status within eighteen (18) months.

(b) (1) An established Level I trauma center may be eligible for a sustaining grant if the Level I trauma center:

(A) Has achieved Level I trauma center status and is currently at Level I status; and

(B) Demonstrates continued capability to maintain Level I trauma center status.

(2) This grant may be an annual grant and may have an annual renewal process for Level I trauma centers that meet the criteria under this subsection.

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