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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.

  • Study links severe infections to higher heart failure risk

    A study from the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science found that severe infections significantly increased the risk of heart failure among adults in Olmsted County, Minn. The research, involving over 80,000 participants, revealed that current risk prediction models underestimated HF risk by up to 9% in those with recent infection-related hospitalizations. While incorporating IRH history into these models slightly improved prediction accuracy, the study underscores the need for early interventions. However, limitations include potential confounders and a predominantly White non-Hispanic study population, affecting generalizability. Medscape (9/9) Learn More

  • DNA sequencing transforms hospital infection tracking

    Hospitals face challenges in detecting outbreaks due to limitations in standard diagnostics, which only identify organisms at the species level without revealing their origin or relatedness. As antimicrobial resistance rises, the cost of DNA sequencing has decreased, offering a potential solution. Continuous genomic surveillance, as demonstrated by UPMC Presbyterian, can identify outbreaks earlier and more accurately, preventing infections and saving lives. This approach, already successful in tracking foodborne pathogens, requires volume aggregation to be cost-effective for hospitals. The Scientist (9/13) Learn More

  • Independent Mo. hospitals collaborate on care quality

    Two dozen independent hospitals in Missouri have formed the Show-Me High Value Network to enhance healthcare quality, value and affordability through a clinically integrated network focused on activities such as care coordination and data sharing. Scotland County Hospital CEO Meagan Weber said the partnership "allows rural hospitals to have a stronger collective voice while keeping healthcare decisions where they belong -- close to home and centered on the needs of our communities." The Quincy Herald-Whig (Ill.) (9/12) Learn More

  • Hospital price transparency compliance rises to 49%

    Compliance with hospital price transparency rules has reached 49%, the highest since tracking began in 2021, according to a PatientRightsAdvocate.org report, but 51% of hospitals still do not fully disclose pricing information. The CMS has increased enforcement, issuing fines and warnings to noncompliant hospitals, but PatientRightsAdvocate.org notes that even compliant hospitals often do not provide clear, dollar-based pricing. Healthcare Dive (9/11) Learn More

  • AI enhances infection prevention, requires human oversight

    AI is increasingly becoming integral to infection prevention, offering tools to automate surveillance and identify patterns. However, Bassel Molaeb of The Compass Health Consultancy emphasizes that AI should augment, not replace, the expertise of infection preventionists. AI literacy is becoming essential, as IPs need to validate AI findings and apply clinical context to ensure patient safety. Infection Control Today (9/9) Learn More

  • Ethical concerns raised over AI use in public health

    Dr. Terry Adirim and Dr. Amy Molten write in the American Journal of Public Health that current AI integration in public health systems lacks ethical oversight and poses risks, particularly to marginalized groups. Despite AI's potential for improving public health practices, its implementation is often haphazard, lacking adequate governance and validation. They call for stronger regulatory frameworks, equity impact evaluations and third-party certification to ensure AI tools are used responsibly. Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (9/10) Learn More

  • Native Hawaiians face Medicaid work requirements under OBBA

    Native Hawaiians must meet new work requirements to be eligible for Medicaid under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, unlike Native Americans and Alaska Natives, who are exempt. The disparity stems from a lack of federal recognition for Native Hawaiians as a tribal nation. Clinicians worry the requirements will hinder access to care for Native Hawaiians, who already face significant health disparities and geographical isolation. KFF Health News (9/11) Learn More

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