What was the purpose of the National Burn Information Exchange (NBIE) established in 1964?

The National Burn Information Exchange (NBIE) was established in 1964 with the primary goal of serving as a voluntary registry of burn care facilities. This initiative aimed to improve the quality of care for burn victims by ensuring that healthcare providers and burn centers could share important information about treatment resources and outcomes. By creating a network of burn centers, the NBIE helped facilitate the collaboration and communication necessary for improving patient care and establishing best practices in burn treatment.

While public education about fire safety and legal services for burn victims are important aspects of fire and life safety, they were not the main focus of the NBIE. The registry's emphasis on collecting data and information specifically related to burn treatment highlights its role in enhancing healthcare responses, rather than addressing insurance claims or legal matters. The proper registration of burn care facilities supports a systematic approach to managing burn injuries and sharing knowledge among medical professionals.