Level I Trauma Centers in District of Columbia
There are 4 Level I trauma centers in District of Columbia in our directory. Level I trauma centers provide every aspect of injury care around the clock, from prevention through rehabilitation, with in-house trauma surgeons, research and teaching.
Based on the trauma designation in the Homeland Infrastructure Foundation-Level Data (HIFLD) hospitals layer, compiled from state trauma registries. Designations change; confirm with the state EMS office.
Level I Trauma Centers in District of Columbia
- Medstar Washington Hospital Center110 Irving Street NW · Washington, DC · 3★ CMS · ERAcute care hospital
- George Washington Univ Hospital900 23rd St NW · Washington, DC · 2★ CMS · ERAcute care hospital
- Howard University Hospital Corp2041 Georgia Ave NW · Washington, DC · 1★ CMSAcute care hospital
- Children's National Hospital111 Michigan Ave, NW · Washington, DC · ERChildren's hospital
Other services and ratings in District of Columbia
Frequently asked questions
What is a Level I trauma center?
Level I trauma centers provide every aspect of injury care around the clock, from prevention through rehabilitation, with in-house trauma surgeons, research and teaching.
How many Level I trauma centers are in District of Columbia?
We list 4 Level I trauma centers in District of Columbia. Based on the trauma designation in the Homeland Infrastructure Foundation-Level Data (HIFLD) hospitals layer, compiled from state trauma registries. Designations change; confirm with the state EMS office.
Why might a Level I trauma center be missing from this list?
We only list a hospital here when CMS data or another source confirms it. If you know a hospital that belongs on this page, open its listing and use "Suggest a correction", or add it through our submission form.
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