Business Details
35 Years
experience
Improving Healthcare Through Accreditation Excellence
The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) was established in 1991 by medical professionals to advance appropriate utilization, standardization, and quality of diagnostic imaging, interventional, and therapeutic procedures. As a nationally recognized nonprofit, we have granted accreditation to over 14,000 sites across the United States and Canada. Our programs span vascular testing, echocardiography, nuclear/PET, MRI, CT, carotid stenting, cardiac electrophysiology, cardiovascular catheterization, and vascular interventional procedures. Founded on principles of peer review and multi-specialty collaboration, we serve over 40 medical specialties.Our mission is to improve healthcare through accreditation, emphasizing quality improvement and patient safety. We maintain rigorous standards developed through decades of experience and continuous adaptation to medical advancements. As a trusted accrediting body, we provide resources for continuing education, reimbursement compliance, and facility marketing. Our leadership team brings extensive expertise in healthcare administration, accreditation processes, and quality assurance. We remain committed to transparency, ethical standards, and delivering measurable value to accredited facilities and patients alike.
Services
Vascular Testing
Echocardiography
Nuclear/PET
MRI
CT/Dental CT
Carotid Stenting
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Cardiovascular Catheterization
Vascular Interventional
Image-Guided Procedures
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in medical accreditation.
- Founded by medical professionals for standardized healthcare quality.
- Offer accreditation for diverse medical imaging and interventional procedures.
- Committed to advancing appropriate utilization and patient safety.
- Recognized nationally for quality improvement in healthcare facilities.
Services
Vascular Testing
IAC Vascular Testing accreditation ensures facilities meet rigorous standards for extracranial cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and venous diagnostics. Our program emphasizes consistent methodology and quality improvement. Accredited facilities demonstrate excellence in diagnostic accuracy and patient care protocols.
Echocardiography
Our echocardiography accreditation covers adult and pediatric transthoracic/transesophageal modalities. The program requires adherence to standardized imaging protocols and quality assurance measures. Facilities must demonstrate expertise in congenital and acquired heart disease diagnostics.
Cardiac Electrophysiology
IAC Cardiac Electrophysiology accreditation evaluates facilities performing device implantation, ablation therapies, and structural interventions. Programs must demonstrate advanced technical capabilities and adherence to safety standards for complex cardiac procedures.
MRI
MRI accreditation covers cardiovascular, breast, body, and neurological imaging modalities. Facilities must meet specific equipment requirements and maintain quality control programs. Our standards ensure accurate diagnoses across multiple anatomical applications.
Vascular Interventional
Vascular interventional accreditation focuses on deep venous intervention, hemodialysis access, and peripheral arterial procedures. Our standards emphasize procedural safety, complication management, and post-intervention care to optimize patient outcomes.
People
Tanya K. Tolpegin
Chief Executive Officer
Tanya Tolpegin, MBA, CAE, brings extensive nonprofit leadership experience to IAC. She previously succeeded Mary Lally as CEO in 2025, focusing on strategic growth and accreditation program expansion.
Mary Lally
Chief Executive Officer
Mary Lally, MS, CAE, served as IAC's CEO before retiring in 2025. With over two decades of experience, she spearheaded the organization's expansion into new accreditation modalities during her tenure.
Maria Costello
Chief Operating Officer
Maria Costello, MBA, CAE, CNMT, oversees daily operations at IAC. As COO, she manages accreditation processes and maintains the organization's commitment to quality improvement standards.
Frank Vermeiren
Director of Accreditation
Frank Vermeiren, MS, RT(R)(CV), RDCS, directs cardiac electrophysiology and cardiovascular catheterization accreditation. His expertise ensures rigorous evaluation of complex interventional procedures across accredited facilities.
Wesley Folds
Director of Accreditation
Wesley Folds, BS, CNMT, NCT, serves as interim director for nuclear/PET accreditation. He brings specialized knowledge in nuclear medicine standards and maintains the program's technical excellence.
Questions
What is IAC accreditation?
IAC accreditation is a peer-reviewed quality assurance program covering medical imaging and interventional procedures. It verifies facilities meet rigorous standards for equipment, personnel, and patient care.
How do facilities achieve accreditation?
Facilities submit to comprehensive evaluations of their protocols, staff qualifications, and quality assurance programs. Successful applicants demonstrate adherence to IAC's evidence-based standards for diagnostic accuracy and safety.
What specialties does IAC accredit?
IAC accredits vascular testing, echocardiography, nuclear/PET, MRI, CT, carotid stenting, cardiac electrophysiology, cardiovascular catheterization, vascular interventional, and image-guided procedures.
Why pursue IAC accreditation?
Accreditation demonstrates commitment to quality care, helps facilities meet regulatory requirements, and provides marketing advantages through a recognized quality designation in healthcare.
How to find accredited facilities?
Use IAC's online facility locator to search by specialty, location, and other criteria. This tool helps patients identify facilities meeting national quality standards for specific procedures.
Does IAC offer continuing education?
Yes. IAC provides webinars and educational resources for applicants, covering accreditation requirements, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance for healthcare professionals.
