### Question
How does the law define designated trauma center?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 300d*, **designated trauma center** is defined as:

> a trauma center designated in accordance with the modifications to the State plan described in section 300d–13 of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300d*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER X-TRAUMA CARE > Part C-General Provisions Regarding Parts A and B**

