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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.

New Accreditation Designation

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.

  • Underweight patients face higher post-surgery mortality risks

    A study presented at the American College of Surgeons' Clinical Congress found that underweight patients had a 92% higher mortality risk after emergency surgery, compared with patients who were of normal weight or overweight, and those with frailty had a 59% higher risk. Underweight patients with frailty had a 9.8% mortality rate and a 15.8% 30-day hospital readmission rate. Physician's Weekly (10/23) Learn More

  • AMR cost $3.5T globally in 2021, study finds

    Antimicrobial resistance led to $3.5 trillion in global economic losses in 2021, with $835 billion directly from drug-resistant bacterial infections, according to a study presented at IDWeek. The study, using Global Burden of Disease data, found the largest losses by dollar amount in South Asia, East Asia and North America, and underscored the need for investment in rapid diagnostics, infection prevention and control, and antibiotic stewardship. Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (10/22) Learn More

  • COVID-19 status not a factor in device-associated HAI outcomes

    Device-associated hospital-acquired infections in ICUs lead to poor outcomes regardless of COVID-19 status, according to a study presented at IDWeek 2026. The study found no significant difference in infection classification or microbiology based on COVID-19 status. Overall mortality was more than 60% for patients with device-associated HAIs. Infectious Disease Advisor (10/22) Learn More

  • Infection Prevention Week highlights importance of IPC

    International Infection Prevention Week, observed in October, serves as a vital reminder of the essential role of infection prevention and control across various sectors. It highlights the work of infection preventionists, sterile processing departments and environmental services teams in ensuring safety in healthcare settings. The principles of IPC extend beyond hospitals, influencing everyday community life from schools to workplaces and underscoring the need for ongoing support and recognition of these efforts. Infection Control Today (10/19) Learn More

  • Routine medical care costs rise as hospitals buy practices

    As hospitals increasingly acquire physician offices, routine medical procedures are often billed at higher hospital rates, raising costs for patients. The addition of hospital "facility fees" can result in bills that are 10 times higher than those for care in independent physician offices. The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association estimates that hospitals would bill $500 billion less over 10 years if a federal ban was enacted on charging higher hospital rates for the same service compared with independent physician offices. The Washington Post (10/24) Learn More

  • DPIP block doesn't significantly boost recovery post-cardiac surgery

    A study published in the Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia indicates that a bilateral deep parasternal intercostal plane block does not significantly enhance recovery 24 hours after cardiac surgery compared with standard care, although it does reduce resting pain at certain times. The single-blind trial included 126 patients and found a nonsignificant difference in Quality of Recovery-15 scores at 24 hours, although the DPIP group reported less pain at two, six and 48 hours. Medscape (10/25) Learn More

  • AI, cybersecurity are key topics at health tech conference

    More than 4,000 medical technology leaders, regulators and innovators gathered in Boston for AdvaMed's The MedTech Conference, with hot topics covering artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, supply chain issues and mergers and acquisitions. The conference highlighted ongoing challenges such as supply chain disruptions and economic pressures, with executives discussing strategies including portfolio optimization and small-scale acquisitions. MedTech Dive (10/23) Learn More

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