Chapter Facts The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Cardiology, a not-for-profit corporation, is a group of 1,600 cardiologists, fellows-in-training, and cardiac care associates who live and practice throughout the state of Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Chapter, one of thirty-nine Chapters in the US & Puerto Rico, works in partnership with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) in Washington, DC. The Pennsylvania Chapter was developed in the late 80's when the national ACC recognized a growing need for more local representation to state government, Medicare carriers, third party payers and the private sector. Through meetings/seminars, newsletters and grassroots efforts, the Pennsylvania Chapter works to ensure a high level of professional visibility. The Chapter is represented through Medicare's Carrier Advisory Committee (CAC), the Pennsylvania Medical Society's Specialty Leadership Cabinet, and various private payers throughout the State, through the Chapter's liaison system. The Chapter currently holds an Annual Chapter Meeting. The Chapter also produces a newsletter — Heart of the Matter (exerpts from Heart of the Matter can be found under newsletter on the home page). More About Chapter Governors and Chapters Mission The mission of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Cardiology is to promote high-quality, cost-effective cardiovascular care for the people of Pennsylvania by: Educating physicians regarding optimal methods of diagnosis and treatment Ensuring the availability of specialized cardiovascular care by advising the state government, its agencies and third party payors regarding issues which have the potential to affect cardiovascular care and delivery Actively supporting cardiologists in their individual and group efforts to achieve these goals Bylaws Click here to download the bylaws. (MS Word Format)