Benefits of NCDR
At the American College of Cardiology (ACC), we understand that delivering high-quality cardiovascular care is more than just meeting standards—it's about constantly improving outcomes and enhancing patient care. With the NCDR (National Cardiovascular Data Registry), we offer you the tools and data-driven insights needed to elevate your practice, support your cardiovascular team with knowledge informing care and optimize your institution's performance.
Expert, Personalized Support
ACC offers comprehensive support through three dedicated teams to assist participants with all aspects of cardiovascular care.
- NCDR Product Directors
- Clinical Quality Advisors
- Customer Support Team
Together, these teams deliver exceptional, personalized assistance to optimize clinical data, data collection and overall care processes.
Data at Your Fingertips
NCDR Performance Dashboards provide participants with a customizable tool to visualize and analyze cardiovascular care performance. Whether you are an individual health care professional, facility or health system, you will be able to focus on the metrics most relevant to your goals by viewing:
- Real-time data insights
- Actionable analytics
- Benchmarking capabilities
Access Education, Meetings and Quality Solutions
NCDR participants gain exclusive access to a wealth of educational resources designed to enhance their knowledge and skills in cardiovascular care through:
- Exclusive Educational Content: Access webinars, training and annual meetings
- Continuing Education Credits: Earn credits while enhancing your skills and knowledge
- Clinical and Digital Solutions: Leverage innovative tools and community networks to optimize patient care and implement data-driven improvements
National Recognition and Increased Patient Visibility
By participating in NCDR, your institution can achieve national prestige in the ACC advertising insert in the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" guide, highlighting your institution's excellence in cardiovascular care. Health care providers can also gain prominent exposure on CardioSmart.org, the ACC's trusted patient website, where patients and caregivers rely on the "Find Your Heart a Home" tool to discover top cardiovascular services.
Use NCDR to Earn Accreditation and Elevate Care
NCDR is a powerful asset in achieving and maintaining accreditation with ACC Accreditation Services. It helps health care organizations meet regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with standards from The Joint Commission and CMS. With real-time data and benchmarking tools, NCDR supports quality improvement initiatives, driving better clinical outcomes and demonstrating your commitment to excellence in cardiovascular care — essential for successful accreditation.