American Heart Association Recognized Care Organizations
Over 2,700 U.S. clinics have earned recognition for their work in managing critical cardiovascular risk factors.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Heart Disease
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The American Heart Association has recognized more than 2,700 healthcare organizations across all 50 states for their commitment to cardiovascular risk management. Participating providers serve nearly 45.5 million patients through the Outpace CVD program.
Why it matters
These organizations received recognition for improving management of blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes to address the high prevalence of heart disease. The initiative aims to enhance care quality for millions of Americans living with chronic cardiovascular conditions.
Nationwide, 130.6 million adults live with cardiovascular disease, while over 1,700 organizations earned recognition for Type 2 diabetes care. Additionally, nearly 1,000 entities achieved honors for cholesterol management.
The players
American Heart Association
This national voluntary health organization is dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke by funding cardiovascular research and providing public health education.
The details
Participating clinics and care teams utilize evidence-based resources from the Outpace CVD portfolio to standardize treatment strategies. More than 1,750 of the honored organizations earned recognition in multiple program categories, including blood pressure and diabetes management.
Timeline
The American Heart Association announced the award recognitions on October 5, 2026.
The Big Picture
This initiative represents a strategic shift toward standardizing outpatient interventions within the broader Outpace CVD program. By aligning community clinics with standardized care protocols, the association seeks to move beyond traditional hospital-centric models of heart health.
Patients visiting recognized organizations may benefit from more consistent evidence-based care for chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. This standardization can improve long-term disease management and reduce the risk of future cardiovascular events for individuals.
The takeaway
The effort underscores the importance of rigorous outpatient monitoring in controlling the primary drivers of cardiovascular illness. Patients are encouraged to work closely with their primary care teams to ensure their blood pressure and cholesterol levels meet current health targets.
Further reading
Learn more about the Heart Disease landscape in the United States.
More information
View full details regarding the Outpace CVD program information on the American Heart Association website.
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