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What's New at NCDR and ACC Accreditation Services

Stay up to date with the latest news from ACC NCDR and Accreditation Services, where data, accreditation and collaboration come together to drive meaningful improvements in cardiovascular care.

Celebrating Ten Years of Excellence

As ACC NCDR and Accreditation Services celebrates 10 years together, we reflect on a decade of progress, collaboration, and measurable improvement in cardiovascular care. Together with our partners, we remain focused on driving innovation, quality, and better outcomes for patients nationwide.

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10 Years Together

NEW Chest Pain Center Accreditation Cardiogenic Shock Designations!

New standards focused on early recognition and escalation of cardiogenic shock. Presales will be available in late spring 2026. Stay tuned for tools and resources to support your planning.

News Stories and Journal Scans

Explore the latest ACC NCDR and Accreditation articles and stay informed about updates, insights and key developments.

CMS Proposes Updates to TAVR National Coverage Determination

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ACC Streamlines Cardiac Accreditation for Hospital Systems

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ACC HeartCARE Center Designation Hits 100 Hospital Milestone

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NCDR Study: Prevalence and Outcomes of PCI Performed at Facilities Without On-Site Cardiac Surgery

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NCDR Study: Off-Label Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Interventions Demonstrate Reduced Residual TR, Improved QOL

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QI.PI Project Grant Recipient Develops Digital Biomarker for PAD Screening


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Stay Connected to Quality and Practice Excellence

U.S. News and World Report

In the 2026 U.S. News and World Report "Best Hospitals" issues annual ad insert, the ACC recognizes the more than 2,000 hospitals, health systems and centers participating in NCDR and/or Accreditation Services.

 

ACC CV Quality SmartBrief

The ACC CV Quality SmartBrief eNewsletter is a free, twice-weekly briefing for health care stakeholders interested in quality care.

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Connect Through DocMatter

ACC members can deepen their engagement through DocMatter, the College's exclusive, secure online community. DocMatter connects over 65,000 cardiovascular professionals to provide a trusted space to exchange insights, discuss clinical and operational challenges, and stay informed about ACC NCDR and Accreditation programs and initiatives.

ACC members can access DocMatter as part of their membership.

From The ACC

Explore the latest news and insights from the American College of Cardiology shaping cardiovascular quality, care delivery, and accreditation.

  • JACC: Case Reports publishes quality improvement special issue

    Explore a special issue of JACC: Case Reports published during ACC Quality Summit 2026, featuring nearly 50 abstracts showcasing innovative quality improvement initiatives. Several studies leverage NCDR data while others highlight projects implemented through ACC Accreditation Services to advance quality, outcomes and patient care. Read more. American College of Cardiology (9/17) Learn More

  • Extreme temperatures tied to higher heart failure risk

    Nonoptimal temperatures have been linked to increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure, according to a study in JACC. The research, conducted in Sweden, found that cold spells and heat waves both lead to more hospitalizations, with cold spells having a delayed effect and heat waves having a more immediate impact. Cardiology Advisor (9/16) Learn More

  • Study: 4% of publicly insured children with sepsis died

    A study in the journal Pediatrics found that over a two-year period, nearly 4% of publicly insured children in the US who had sepsis died within a month of hospitalization, with significant regional differences in mortality rates. The study, which analyzed Medicaid data, found that death was more common in young patients with complex chronic conditions, and that regions with children's hospitals had lower death rates. Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (9/15) Learn More

  • Average hospital margins declined in July

    Average hospital operating margins fell from 2.2% in May and June to 1.4% in July, according to a Kaufman Hall report. Bad debt and charity care were 14% higher than last year, discharges increased, and both observation days and operating room minutes decreased. MedCity News (9/15) Learn More

  • Societies ask CMS to reconsider physician payment cuts

    The AMA and American Hospital Association have urged the CMS to reconsider proposed Medicare physician payment cuts for 2027, cautioning that reductions could threaten patient care access and the financial health of physician practices. The AMA has called for yearly payment updates tied to medical inflation, while the AHA has urged CMS to collaborate with Congress on a permanent, inflation-based update for payments. Healthcare Finance (9/15) Learn More

  • CMS outlines strategy for AI integration in healthcare

    The CMS is prioritizing the integration of AI in healthcare, with Deputy Administrator Stephanie Carlton highlighting the agency's strategy to enhance AI's role through regulatory pathways and reimbursement frameworks. The agency also is coordinating with the FDA to ensure a cohesive approach to AI in healthcare, with a focus on safety and quality. A recent FDA discussion paper covering regulatory considerations for generative AI in medical devices complements CMS' efforts to develop regulatory and reimbursement frameworks, and public comments are open until Oct. 19. Fierce Healthcare (9/10) Learn More

  • FDA clears update to cardiac imaging platform

    The FDA has cleared an update to Luma Vision's Verafeye imaging and visualization platform, which uses a 360-degree catheter to create real-time 2D and 3D heart maps, enhancing visualization and navigation during cardiac procedures. Cardiovascular Business (9/9) Learn More

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