The ARC Act
New legislation would provide coverage of PAD screening for at-risk beneficiaries under the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Racial Disparities In Vascular Care
African Americans are up to four times more likely to have an amputation than white Americans.
Mind the Gap White Paper
The CVC released a white paper on the value of PAD screening among at-risk populations.
Saving Life and Limb
Approximately 18 million Americans are living with PAD, which affects older Americans and is a leading cause of amputation.
Quality Care
Interventional treatment for PAD can prevent amputations and save lives.NEWS UPDATES
CBS News: Study Finds Black Americans are More Likely to Undergo Amputations for Peripheral Artery Disease... READ MORE
CardioVascular Coalition Applauds Bipartisan Congressional Letter Urging National Effort to Prevent Amputations... READ MORE
CardioVascular Coalition Thanks Congress for Easing Specialty Payment Cuts... READ MORE
Kaiser Health News: Education and Coverage Gaps Lead to Avoidable Amputations... READ MORE
