Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories

The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), formerly known as the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving healthcare quality through the accreditation of medical diagnostic facilities. The organization provides a peer-review process that evaluates the clinical processes and outcomes of laboratories performing vascular testing, echocardiography, CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine. By establishing rigorous standards for equipment, personnel, and reporting, the IAC ensures that accredited facilities provide high-quality patient care and accurate diagnostic results. Its accreditation is widely recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and private insurance carriers as a benchmark for reimbursement and quality assurance. The IAC serves as an umbrella organization for several modality-specific divisions, maintaining a commitment to patient safety and diagnostic excellence.