American College of Cardiology

What American College of Cardiology does

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional medical society founded in 1949 and headquartered at Heart House in Washington, DC. It serves approximately 60,000 cardiovascular professionals across more than 140 countries through 23+ Member Sections and a network of state chapters. Its core constituents are cardiologists, cardiovascular team members (nurse practitioners, PAs, technologists, nurses, pharmacists), fellows-in-training, and institutional customers including hospitals and health systems that participate in its quality programs.

ACC's product and technology stack centers on four interlocking platforms: (1) the JACC family of 10 peer-reviewed journals (flagship JACC plus JACC: Advances, Asia, CardioOncology, Cardiovascular Imaging, Cardiovascular Interventions, Case Reports, Clinical Electrophysiology, Heart Failure, and Basic to Translational Science); (2) the National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) suite of 12 clinical registries (CathPCI, STS/ACC TVT, ACTION, PINNACLE, ICD, LAAO, and others) covering approximately 860 US hospitals; (3) the clinical practice guidelines co-developed with AHA, ADA, and ASN that set the standard of cardiovascular care; and (4) the education and certification portfolio including ACCSAP/CathSAP/EchoSAP/EPSAP self-assessment programs, ACC Anywhere video library, Collaborative Maintenance Pathway (CMP), CCKE certification, and 12+ point-of-care mobile/web applications. ACC is increasingly layering AI capabilities through partnerships with OpenEvidence (evidence synthesis) and Carta Healthcare (AI-assisted registry data abstraction), and in 2026 introduced the PREVENT risk calculator that replaces legacy cardiovascular risk tools. The wholly-owned subsidiary MedAxiom (acquired February 2019) extends the platform into cardiovascular practice management and consulting.

ACC's business model is a hybrid professional-society engine with multiple revenue streams: tiered membership dues (FACC at $860/year US, $310 high-income international, $210 low/middle-income international; CV Team $99-$139/year), institutional NCDR participation fees (approximately $9 million annually from ~860 hospitals tied to TAVR Coverage with Evidence Development), Annual Scientific Session registration and exhibition revenue, certification and accreditation fees, education product sales, and journal publishing. Distribution runs through acc.org and the my.acc.org member portal, direct institutional sales for registries and accreditation, the Annual Scientific Session flagship event, and a chapter network spanning all 50 US states plus international associates.

Name

American College of Cardiology

Legal name

American College of Cardiology Foundation

Website

http://www.acc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The American College of Cardiology is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional medical society serving nearly 60,000 cardiovascular professionals across 140+ countries. It operates the JACC journal portfolio (10 titles), the NCDR registry network (~860 US hospitals), co-authors national clinical guidelines with AHA/ADA/ASN, and delivers education, certification, and accreditation products.

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Product category

Professional Medical Society Services

akta.pro primary industry

General Cardiology (Consultative) (HLAKABAA)

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Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF)

Keywords

• Professional medical society
• Cardiovascular education
• Clinical practice guidelines
• Membership association
• Medical accreditation

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

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Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: ACC generates primary revenue through tiered membership dues from cardiologists (FACC at $860/year US), cardiovascular team members ($99-$139/year), and international associates ($60-$310/year). Tiered discounts of 75%/50%/25%/10% are available for physicians in their first four years post-training. ACC has nearly 60,000 members contributing annual dues revenue.
2. Educational Programs and Products: Revenue from selling educational products including Self-Assessment Programs (SAPs) such as ACCSAP, CathSAP, EchoSAP, EPSAP, Cardiovascular Team products; ACC Anywhere video library subscription; and online CME/MOC/CNE courses. Discounts on education are available to members.
3. Annual Scientific Sessions: ACC.26 and related Annual Scientific Sessions generate revenue through registration fees, sponsorship, exhibition booth sales, and associated educational programming. The 75th Annual Scientific Session in New Orleans attracted thousands of cardiovascular professionals from around the world.
4. Certifications and Accreditation: ACC generates revenue through certification programs (CCKE, NP/PA-CCKE, ACC Peer Review Certificate), accreditation services for cardiovascular care centers, and registry participation fees. The ACC operates accreditation programs used by hospitals and cardiovascular centers to achieve recognized quality standards.
5. JACC Journals Publishing: The flagship JACC journal and nine sister journals serve as a major publishing platform. ACC member benefits include free access to all 10 JACC Journals. The journals publish clinical guidelines, original research, and review articles, contributing to ACC's academic authority and indirect revenue through institutional subscriptions and advertising.
6. Registry and Quality Program Fees: The NCDR (National Cardiovascular Data Registry) generates revenue through hospital and practice participation fees. Approximately 860 hospitals pay mandatory registry participation fees totaling roughly $9 million annually, as noted in the context of TAVR Coverage with Evidence Development requirements.

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Core offering

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional medical society that serves nearly 60,000 cardiovascular professionals across 140+ countries. It develops evidence-based clinical practice guidelines (co-authored with AHA and other societies), publishes the JACC family of 10 peer-reviewed journals, operates the NCDR suite of 12 cardiovascular data registries, delivers continuing education and self-assessment programs, provides hospital accreditation services, and runs the Annual Scientific Session and state chapter programs.

Product overview

The American College of Cardiology offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for cardiovascular professionals. The core offerings include the JACC family of 10 peer-reviewed journals, the National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) for quality improvement and research, and evidence-based Clinical Guidelines covering major cardiovascular conditions. Educational products include ACC SAP self-assessment programs (ACCSAP, CathSAP, EchoSAP, EP SAP), ACC Anywhere video library, and the Collaborative Maintenance Pathway for board certification. Member engagement is supported through CardioSmart patient resources, ACC State Chapters, and the Annual Scientific Session. Additional offerings include CCKE certifications, Accreditation Services for care facilities, and 12+ mobile/web applications for point-of-care use.

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Brands

• JACC (Journal of the American College of Cardiology): The flagship peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Cardiology, published weekly, covering all aspects of cardiovascular medicine.
• JACC Journals
• CardioSmart
• NCDR (National Cardiovascular Data Registry)

Products and services

• JACC Journals A family of 10 peer-reviewed cardiovascular journals spanning the full spectrum of cardiovascular medicine, including JACC (flagship), JACC: Advances, JACC: Asia, JACC: Basic to Translational Science, JACC: CardioOncology, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging, JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions, JACC: Case Reports, JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology, and JACC: Heart Failure. Available to ACC members and institutional subscribers.
• National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) A suite of 12 clinical registries (including CathPCI, STS/ACC TVT, ACTION, PINNACLE, ICD, and LAAO) collecting real-world clinical data from approximately 860 participating hospitals for quality improvement, benchmarking, regulatory reporting, and research. Used by hospitals, health systems, CMS, and The Joint Commission.
• CardioSmart A patient-facing engagement platform providing cardiovascular health information, treatment guidance, and resources to help patients manage their heart health.
• ACC Self-Assessment Programs (SAPs) A comprehensive suite of self-assessment programs including ACCSAP (Adult Clinical Cardiology with 600+ case-based questions), CathSAP (Interventional Cardiology), EchoSAP (Echocardiography with thousands of echo images), and EP SAP (Electrophysiology), providing CME/MOC credit and board certification preparation.
• ACC Anywhere A comprehensive cardiology video library providing on-demand access to ACC's full library of live and virtual cardiovascular education content, including video lectures and case-based materials. Available via subscription to members and non-members.
• Collaborative Maintenance Pathway (CMP) A maintenance of certification program providing a seamless path for ABIM board-certified cardiologists to maintain certification through continuous learning, CME/MOC credits, and ongoing expertise development.
• CCKE (Certified Cardiovascular Knowledge Examination) A certification program for cardiovascular knowledge assessment, with a separate NP/PA-CCKE version for nurse practitioners and physician assistants, providing formal credentialing in cardiovascular medicine.
• ACC Accreditation Services Quality accreditation programs for cardiovascular care facilities including Chest Pain Center, Heart Failure, and atrial fibrillation certifications, utilizing NCDR registry data to assess and certify cardiovascular care quality for hospitals and cardiovascular centers.
• Clinical Practice Guidelines Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines covering cardiovascular conditions including dyslipidemia, hypertension, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, acute coronary syndromes, acute pulmonary embolism, congenital heart disease, and the first-ever CKM syndrome guideline. Co-authored with AHA, ADA, ASN, and other partner societies.
• Annual Scientific Session ACC's flagship annual conference (ACC.26, ACC.27, etc.) featuring scientific sessions, education, networking, exhibition, and presentation of cardiovascular research and guidelines. Attracts thousands of cardiovascular professionals globally.
• ACC Mobile and Web Apps A collection of 12+ point-of-care mobile and web applications including guideline apps, ECG tools, clinical reference resources, and cardiology career resources accessible to members at the bedside or in clinic.
• MedAxiom A cardiovascular practice management, data, analytics, and consulting subsidiary offering registry and consulting solutions to cardiovascular practices and health systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 90% of US adults have at least one CKM risk factor, driving population-level need for ACC guideline-driven prevention and integrated care approaches.
• +2 more outcomes

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• American Heart Association (AHA)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026ACC and AHA jointly released the first-ever clinical practice guideline on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome in June 2026, recognizing the interconnection of heart, kidney, and metabolic conditions. This guideline provides comprehensive recommendations for screening, prevention, and treatment, marking a significant shift toward integrated care delivery across cardiologists, nephrologists, diabetes specialists, and dietitians.
• Eleven Medical Organizations (Cholesterol Guidelines Coalition)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 March 2026The ACC and AHA, in collaboration with nine other medical associations (including the American Diabetes Association, American Society of Nephrology, and others), published updated 2026 national cholesterol guidelines on March 13, 2026, shifting focus to lifelong prevention and earlier risk assessment. The guideline introduces the PREVENT risk calculator and expanded testing methods including coronary artery calcium scoring.
• American Heart Association (AHA) - Acute Pulmonary Embolism GuidelinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 February 2026ACC and AHA jointly published the first clinical practice guideline on acute pulmonary embolism on February 19, 2026, introducing the new Acute PE Clinical Category system (categories A-E) to classify patient severity and guide treatment strategies. The guideline provides comprehensive recommendations for risk factors, diagnostic testing, treatment options, and follow-up care.
• The Joint Commission and Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2026The Joint Commission, in partnership with the Society for Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and ACC, launched a new cardiac care certification focused on high-quality care and real-world patient outcomes, utilizing data from existing registries including the STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database, ACC CathPCI Registry, and STS/ACC TVT Registry. The partnership aims to advance quality standards and patient safety in cardiac surgery.
• NFL Las Vegas RaidersminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026ACC State Chapters advanced cardiovascular care access through partnerships such as one with the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders to raise sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) awareness. This community health partnership leverages sports community engagement to educate the public about SCA prevention and response.
• ACC State Chapters NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026ACC State Chapters operate as an organized network across all 50 US states, advancing cardiovascular care access through legislative visits, state lobby days (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, New York, Tennessee, Vermont), partnerships with local healthcare facilities, and advocacy for AED access, prior authorization reform, and clinician noncompete elimination.
• American Heart Association (AHA) - Adult Congenital Heart Disease GuidelinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 December 2025ACC and AHA released updated 2025 guidelines for managing adults with congenital heart disease, replacing the 2018 version with new evidence spanning 2017 to 2024. The guidelines address a growing population of over 1.4 million U.S. adults living with congenital heart defects, emphasizing lifelong monitoring, specialized care transitions, mental health checks, and exercise recommendations.
• American Diabetes Association (ADA) and American Society of Nephrology (ASN)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 December 2025ACC partnered with ADA and ASN alongside AHA to publish the first-ever CKM Syndrome guideline, addressing the interconnection of metabolic risk factors, chronic kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease. The four organizations collectively released this landmark guideline in June 2026, representing a new integrated approach to chronic disease management.
• OpenEvidencemajorTechnology or Integration · 7 November 2025The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and OpenEvidence formed a strategic partnership to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology into cardiovascular clinical guidance and research. This collaboration aims to improve clinical decision-making and the development of educational materials through AI-enhanced access to evidence-based medical content.
• American Heart Association (AHA) - Sports Participation GuidelinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025The 2025 ACC/AHA guidelines for athletes with cardiovascular abnormalities emphasize shared decision-making (SDM) rather than disqualification, providing updated clinical guidance on risk stratification and participation. The guidelines introduce a nuanced classification of sports based on endurance and strength and incorporate new evidence on conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators, and myocarditis.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Medical Association: Broader US medical society with a comparable membership/advocacy/JAMA publishing model; not cardiology-specific but competes for physician attention, dues, and policy influence at the national level.
• American College of Physicians: Broader internal medicine professional society with MOC, journals (Annals of Internal Medicine), and continuing education; competes for the same CME dollars and member mind-share of cardiovascular team physicians.

Direct peers

• Heart Rhythm Society: Cardiac electrophysiology specialty society that runs the IBHRE credential and EP-focused education, directly overlapping with ACC's EP SAP, ICD Registry, and JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology offerings.
• European Society of Cardiology: European counterpart professional society with comparable membership, journals, congresses, and clinical guideline function; competes for global guideline authority and international associate members.
• American Heart Association: The closest direct peer: a national cardiovascular nonprofit that co-authors the majority of ACC's flagship guidelines, publishes competing journals, runs overlapping advocacy and education programs, and competes for the same cardiologist and institutional members.
• American Society of Echocardiography: Echocardiography specialty society with its own education (EchoSAP competitor), certification, and registry programs that overlap with ACC's imaging portfolio.
• Society of Thoracic Surgeons: Direct partner and adjacent specialty society co-running the TVT Registry and the new Joint Commission cardiac certification; comparable in registry, accreditation, and education model for cardiac surgeons.
• Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI): Interventional cardiology specialty society that publishes parallel guidelines and education, overlapping with ACC's CathSAP, CathPCI Registry, and JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions.

Emerging players

• American Diabetes Association: Co-author of ACC's CKM syndrome guideline and an emerging partner in cardiovascular-metabolic care; competes for guideline authority in the integrated CKM space and overlaps in patient education.
• American Society of Nephrology: Co-author of ACC's CKM syndrome guideline; not a direct competitor, but a strategic peer expanding into cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic guidelines, registries, and CME that overlap with ACC's expanding scope.

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