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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 UTI therapy to higher risk of treatment failure

    A study evaluating therapies for postmenopausal women with uncomplicated urinary tract infections found that trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole was associated with a higher risk of treatment failure, compared with nitrofurantoin. The study, published in O&G Open, included 236,927 women ages 40 and older, and found that nitrofurantoin and fosfomycin had similar effectiveness, although nitrofurantoin reduced hospitalization risk by 40%, compared with fosfomycin. Medscape (8/10) Learn More

  • Hospitals report impact of injectable drug shortages

    The End Drug Shortages Alliance released research highlighting the impact of injectable hydromorphone, fentanyl and morphine shortages on hospitals and patients. The report, based on interviews and surveys from pharmacy executives and clinicians, found 53% of the clinicians observed adverse patient events due to the shortages, while 69% reported care delays, and 33% of pharmacy executives noted related medication errors or near-misses. The DEA's quota system was cited as a major constraint, and the alliance has recommended six reforms to address this. Becker's Hospital Review (8/5) Learn More

  • AI improves in-patient oxygen management

    A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that AI-driven oxygen delivery systems can significantly improve patient outcomes by maintaining optimal blood oxygen levels. The study, involving 300 patients across four US hospitals, found that patients managed by AI spent 85% of their time within the target oxygen range, compared with 63% under manual management. This advancement not only reduces the risk of under- or over-oxygenation but also decreases the workload for medical staff, allowing them to focus on other critical aspects of patient care. The research team plans to explore the use of AI-managed oxygen in emergency and military settings. HealthDay News (8/5) Learn More

  • 4 states have no rural hospitals facing closure

    According to the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Utah currently have no rural hospitals at risk of closing, an exception to the trend seen in other states. Leaders from the four states attribute their stability to factors such as state-specific payment policies, geographic advantages and strong partnerships between hospitals and policymakers. Becker's Hospital Review (8/10) Learn More

  • Philips forms partnerships to expand monitoring

    Philips has partnered with six companies to expand its patient monitoring capabilities. The partnerships include integrating Blue Spark Technologies' TempTraq for temperature monitoring, Caretaker Medical's VitalStream for non-invasive blood pressure monitoring and Cuviva's platform for hospital-at-home care. MedTech Dive (8/7) Learn More

  • Tele-critical care helps address staff shortages

    Workforce shortages in critical care have become more acute as patient acuity rises and populations age, making it increasingly difficult for many hospitals to staff ICUs with board-certified intensivists. Tele-critical care helps address these shortages by enabling remote intensivists to support bedside teams, allowing smaller hospitals to manage more complex cases without immediate transfers. The flexibility of tele-ICU programs also supports larger health systems during periods of ICU expansion when patient volumes do not yet justify full-time on-site intensivists. Healthcare IT News (8/6) Learn More

  • Study finds high cholesterol more common in South Asians

    A study presented at the American Society for Preventive Cardiology Congress found that heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is up to seven times more prevalent in South Asians compared with the general population. This genetic high cholesterol condition significantly increases the risks for adverse cardiovascular events and mortality. The study, based on data from over 21,860 South Asians, underscores the need for aggressive screening and treatment, as well as the development of South Asian-specific genetic counseling and family screening strategies. Related research on the general population was published in JACC. Healio (free registration) (8/7) Learn More

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