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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.

  • IP professionals have important role in disease mitigation

    Infection preventionist Karen Jones recounts her grandparents' loss of five children to measles in 1926, highlighting the ongoing threat of the disease amid declining vaccination rates. The CDC reports a surge in measles cases, with most affecting unvaccinated individuals and communities with low vaccination coverage. Jones urges infection prevention professionals to advocate for vaccination and address vaccine hesitancy. Infection Control Today (9/28) Learn More

  • Children face higher flu risks after severe prior season

    Pediatric experts are warning that children may face increased risks during the influenza season, following a severe previous season and low vaccination rates. The flu vaccine has been updated to better match circulating strains. Immunization rates remain suboptimal, with 49% of children vaccinated last season. San Fernando Valley Sun (Calif.) (9/23) Learn More

  • Automated endoscope drying compared with other methods

    Automated drying systems and cabinets may be more effective than conventional drying methods in reducing moisture and microbial contamination in gastrointestinal endoscopes, according to a study published in Endoscopy International Open. Chengyi Han of The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University and colleagues reported that a review of 16 studies found automated drying eliminated residual moisture, which was present in up to 90% of endoscopes dried with conventional methods, and it significantly reduced bacterial contamination. Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News (9/28) Learn More

  • Grief management essential for physician well-being

    Physicians frequently face emotional challenges after patient deaths, with significant percentages experiencing burnout, anxiety and depression. Maria Herrera Abian of the Spanish Society of Palliative Care and Marisa Blasco of the Spanish Society of Intensive Care emphasize the importance of institutional support, emotional debriefing and self-care to help clinicians cope with grief and prevent psychological distress. A study on how grief impacts cardiologists appeared in JACC: Advances. Medscape (9/25) Learn More

  • Video: Why nurse fatigue is a systemic safety risk

    The American Nurses Association has updated its position on nurse fatigue, calling it a predictable workplace hazard and patient safety threat. ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy emphasizes the need for organizational accountability, highlighting data showing declining well-being and high turnover among nurses. Oncology Nursing News (9/24) Learn More

  • Hospital costs rise faster for private coverage than Medicare

    A Rand study found that a health system charged private insurers more than four times what Medicare pays for outpatient services in 2022, making it fifth in the US for charges to private insurers versus Medicare. The gap highlights a national trend of rising hospital prices for private insurance, driven by market power and opaque negotiations. Minnesota Reformer (St. Paul) (9/27) Learn More

  • Cost implications part of AI reimbursement debate

    The rise of AI in medicine has sparked a debate on reimbursement, with a proposal being considered by federal officials that would set payments at 60% to 80% of what human clinicians receive. Dr. Lee Fleisher, former chief medical officer at CMS, says AI reimbursement could ultimately lower physician payments, as the physician fee schedule is cost-neutral. Ateev Mehrotra of Brown University notes the challenge of aligning AI's cost structure with current reimbursement models. Medscape (9/23) Learn More

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