“Trauma Centers are designated under the rules of the Board for Licensing Health Care Facilities (BLHCF). Hospitals voluntarily seek trauma center designation in order to care for the most seriously injured patients with the goal of reducing patient mortality and morbidity. Over 21,000 patients are admitted to Tennessee trauma centers annually, with more than 13,000 admitted at the five level one centers located in Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Johnson City.” -- Tennessee Department of Health
