Louisiana Senate Bill SCR18

Louisiana 2015 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/13/15
• Refer: 4/14/15

Caption

Authorizes and directs the Louisiana Emergency Response Network (LERN) to organize and facilitate a working group of healthcare providers who deal with victims of trauma to develop recommendations for a Level III Trauma Center in Northeast Louisiana.

Impact

The establishment of a Level III Trauma Center is viewed as critical for enhancing the quality of care for trauma victims in northeastern Louisiana. The working group is tasked with the development of recommendations for the center and the creation of a data registry that would track outcomes for trauma survivors. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to minimize transfer times of trauma victims, which can often exceed the optimal 'golden hour' for treatment.

Summary

SCR18 directs the Louisiana Emergency Response Network (LERN) to establish a working group of healthcare providers focused on addressing trauma care in Northeast Louisiana. The need for improved trauma services in this region has been highlighted by the absence of any American College of Surgeons verified Level III Trauma Centers. This resolution emphasizes the importance of improving trauma outcomes through proper care coordination and timely access to trauma services.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SCR18 appears supportive, especially among healthcare providers and trauma care advocates. There is a recognition that establishing a dedicated trauma center could fundamentally improve health outcomes in the area. However, as with many healthcare-related initiatives, there could be discussions regarding funding, resource allocation, and the involvement of various healthcare entities in the proposed network.

Contestation

One notable point of contention may arise around the specifics of how the working group will operate and which stakeholders will have a significant role in the discussions. Additionally, ensuring that the recommendations made by the group are adequately funded and supported by state policy will likely be areas of scrutiny as the initiative progresses.