Northwell Health, New York State’s largest health system, achieved system-wide accreditation for its 63 echocardiography sites from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). Northwell joins the 708 IAC-accredited echocardiography sites within New York State underscoring Northwell’s commitment to excellence in quality patient care at all clinical sites.
All Northwell hospitals are committed to optimizing patient outcomes and safety by standardizing care. The three-year IAC accreditation recognizes a commitment to following national standards, which includes high quality imaging equipment that contributes to better clinical outcomes for patients. Alignment of imaging and procedural protocols reduces a need for repeat studies.
“Achieving accreditation for echocardiography across our entire system is truly impressive,” said Jeffrey Kuvin, MD, chair of the Department of Cardiology. “It’s another example of our focus on patient-centered, high-quality cardiovascular care at every Northwell location.”
Receiving system-wide accreditation for all of Northwell’s echocardiography sites benefits patients who can be confident they will receive the same level of care regardless of where they go within the health system.
IAC, founded by medical professionals, is a nationally recognized accrediting organization. To receive accreditation, Northwell underwent a thorough review of its echocardiography operational and technical processes.
“We applaud Northwell Health for achieving accreditation for their 63 locations offering echocardiography services,” said Mary Lally, IAC’s chief executive officer. “The standardization and optimization of echocardiography services leads to reductions in administrative and financial burden, but most importantly, improved patient care.”
For more information or to book an appointment, call (833) 826-0897 or go to: https://www.northwell.edu/cardiovascular-thoracic-services/cardiology/find-care/treatments/non-invasive-heart-testing
