VA Polytrauma System of Care

Admission Criteria Any veteran entitled to benefits (discharge from military service under other than dishonorable conditions) or active duty military member who is medically stable is eligible for admission into the Polytrauma System of Care.  The patient also must:     Have sustained multiple physical, cognitive, and/or emotional injuries secondary to trauma; Not require one-to-one staffing for medical or behavioral reasons; Not require a ventilator to breathe; Have the potential to benefit from rehabilitation; OR Need an initial, comprehensive rehabilitation evaluation and care plan.