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
Endovascular Today: PAD Task Force Commends Reintroduction of ARC Act in Congress... READ MORE
The Hill: Support healthy equity by ending America’s Amputation Epidemic... READ MORE
CardioVascular Coalition Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Amputations, Increase PAD Screening & Improve Education... READ MORE
CBS News: Study Finds Black Americans are More Likely to Undergo Amputations for Peripheral Artery Disease... READ MORE
