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Kansas Department of Health and Environment Designates Providence Medical Center a Level IV Trauma Center

Nov 5, 2025 | News

The trauma center at Providence Medical Center has been designated as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE).

The hospital serves the communities of Wyandotte County, Leavenworth County, and .

“Injuries continue to be a leading cause of death and disability in Kansas. KDHE’s Trauma Program works to assure those that are injured in Kansas have access to an organized system of trauma care that offers them the best chance of recovery,” said Janet Stanek Secretary, Kansas Department of Health and Environment. “On behalf of families and visitors in our state, we acknowledge Providence Medical Center for their commitment in providing the highest quality of care to trauma patients.”

Trauma center designations are based on the hospital’s care capability, from the highest, Level I, to hospitals designated Level IV. Level IV trauma centers are hospitals whose primary role is to stabilize seriously injured patients and, if necessary, transfer them to a designated higher-level trauma center. Hospitals that have achieved Level IV trauma center designation have demonstrated a commitment to providing optimal care for those who have been seriously injured.

Designated trauma centers must meet the essential criteria that ensure trauma care capability and institutional performance as outlined by the American College of Surgeons and as endorsed by the Kansas Advisory Committee on Trauma.

Elements of a Level IV Trauma Center include:

  • Basic emergency department facilities to implement Advanced Trauma Life Support protocols and 24-hour laboratory coverage. Available trauma nurse(s) and physicians available upon patient arrival.
  • May provide surgery and critical-care services if available.
  • Has developed transfer agreements for patients requiring more comprehensive care at a Level I or Level II Trauma Center.
  • Incorporates a comprehensive quality assessment program.
  • Involved with prevention efforts and must have an active outreach program for its referring communities.

Get involved and learn more at: kdhe.ks.gov/1145/.