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
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
ACC Streamlines Cardiac Accreditation for Hospital Systems
ACC HeartCARE Center Designation Hits 100 Hospital Milestone
NCDR Study: Prevalence and Outcomes of PCI Performed at Facilities Without On-Site Cardiac Surgery
NCDR Study: Off-Label Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Interventions Demonstrate Reduced Residual TR, Improved QOL
QI.PI Project Grant Recipient Develops Digital Biomarker for PAD Screening
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.