Beyond the Measures of Compliance – Nuances, Documentation Challenges and Easily Missed Details in the ACS Trauma Standards

In a webinar with Trauma System News, Angie Chisolm provided invaluable insights into navigating the complexities of American College of Surgeons (ACS) trauma center standards. While the Grey Book has simplified many requirements, trauma program leaders often struggle with interpreting specific compliance expectations. Angie addressed several challenging ACS standards, sharing her observations from trauma centers across the country to help attendees understand what is required for successful compliance and effective preparation for ACS site visits.

During the interactive session, participants learned to identify subtle details that are often overlooked, explored key insights from the pre-review questionnaire (PRQ) that clarify Grey Book requirements, and received practical tips on presenting the “process” information that surveyors seek. The Q&A segment offered attendees an opportunity to ask questions about their unique compliance challenges, ensuring they left with actionable strategies to enhance their trauma programs. This webinar recording is a great resource for trauma program managers, trauma medical directors, performance improvement coordinators, trauma education specialists, state trauma system leaders, and trauma data professionals looking to maintain strong compliance with ACS standards.