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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.

  • CDC, Texas report rise in flu, RSV cases among children

    The CDC and Texas public health officials report a significant increase in influenza, particularly influenza A, and respiratory syncytial virus cases among children. Dr. Natalie Tarrant of Texas Children's Hospital notes that flu season has started earlier than last year, but it is unclear if this will result in a worse season overall. Spectrum News (11/10) Learn More

  • Platform aids price transparency, quality efforts

    Turquoise Health developed a platform that aggregates pricing data for medical services, devices and drugs, helping stakeholders understand the economics of healthcare products so they can focus on price transparency and quality. "When we talk about price transparency, this data is what the payer is paying the provider. What we do is aggregate this data," says Wayne Luan, a senior director at Turquoise Health. MedCity News (11/11) Learn More

  • Microbiome therapy shows potential in infection prevention

    A Phase 1 trial found that the microbiome-based therapy SER-155 could prevent bloodstream infections in patients receiving donor stem cell transplants. The therapy, which contains 16 beneficial bacteria, helps restore the microbiome and reduce harmful pathogens, according to the study in Nature Medicine. Medical Xpress (11/8) Learn More

  • Urban hospitals face closure rates similar to rural ones

    Research published in JAMA shows that urban hospitals had a closure rate of 9.1% from 2010 to 2025, similar to the 8.3% rate for rural hospitals. The study highlights the vulnerability of safety-net hospitals, with 13.7% closing during the period, compared with 8.6% of other hospitals. HealthLeaders Media (11/10) Learn More

  • Rural health program enters 2nd year with $10B investment

    The Rural Health Transformation Program is going into its second year with a $10 billion investment aimed at improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural America. The program, led by HHS, is designed to expand care, bolster the rural health workforce and support state-driven solutions. All 50 states are participating, with each developing tailored plans to address local rural health challenges. Federal officials emphasize that this initiative is a response to persistent gaps in health outcomes between rural and urban populations, aiming to create more resilient and effective rural health systems. Fierce Healthcare (11/9) Learn More

  • Providence confronts challenges with strategic choices

    Providence CEO Erik Wexler says the health system has reported five straight quarters of profitability after restructuring and divesting some hospitals. The system is also focusing on outpatient care and on using AI to reduce administrative burdens. "One of the things that really excites me is how we can take [AI] and use it for good," Wexler says. "How we take that and deliver care to people in a way that allows them to get preventive care, so that they don't get sick." Chief Healthcare Executive (11/11) Learn More

  • AI voice analysis platform can detect HF before symptoms

    The DETECT-HF trial demonstrated the efficacy of HearO, a smartphone application that uses AI to analyze voice changes that can signal worsening heart failure. The trial, conducted at 46 sites in multiple languages, showed that the technology could identify deterioration weeks before hospitalization by evaluating speech characteristics such as intonation and breathing patterns. Cordio Medical plans to use the trial data to support an FDA submission, aiming for a US launch in 2027. Related findings were published in JACC: Heart Failure. Cardiovascular Business (11/10) Learn More

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