- (a) Purpose. The purpose of this part is to establish the procedures and standards for a statewide, comprehensive trauma system in order to decrease morbidity and mortality that results from trauma.
- (b) The State Board of Health may conduct public meetings consistent with the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, Arkansas Code § 25-15-201 et seq., to modify provisions of this part in order to meet state, regional, or community needs regarding trauma care.
- (c) All communications concerning this part shall be addressed to: The Department of Health, Trauma Section, 4815 West Markham, Slot 4, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205-3867.
(d) Only providers currently meeting trauma grant deliverables are eligible to:
- (1) Serve in an official capacity on the TAC, TRAC, or their committees; and
- (2) Receive supplemental funding, such as system enhancement, pay for performance, and special project funding.