American College of Cardiology

Washington, DC · Founded 2001

Professional medical society advancing cardiovascular care through education, quality improvement, and advocacy for heart health professionals

Primary audience
Medical Professionals
Work area
Professional Education
Topic
Cardiovascular Health
Contact
Ravee Kurian
Website Contact

About Organization

The American College of Cardiology is a 49,000-member nonprofit medical society dedicated to transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates with 2 employees and 2,050 volunteers, generating $29.5 million in annual revenue to support continuous quality improvement, patient-centered care initiatives, and professional development for cardiovascular specialists.

What They Focus On

Professional Development

Advances cardiovascular care expertise through continuing education, training programs, and certification for medical professionals and allied health practitioners

Clinical Excellence

Establishes evidence-based guidelines and quality standards to improve cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes nationwide

Innovation Support

Promotes cardiovascular research and payment innovation through educational grants, knowledge sharing, and advocacy for improved heart health care delivery

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$29.5M

+2.4% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$29.5M

+2.4% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$28.4M

+22.4% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

2

+0% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $29,542,792 $29,542,792 $28,401,475 2
2023 $28,847,463 $28,847,463 $23,211,681 2
2022 $27,275,591 $27,211,785 $22,869,328 2
2020 $21,115,031 $21,858,616 $24,381,062 1
2019 $26,639,169 $26,639,169 $27,165,315 2
2018 $26,119,721 $26,119,721 $26,190,808 2

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Member Education

    Delivers specialized training and continuing education programs to cardiovascular care professionals nationwide

  • 02

    Standards Development

    Creates clinical guidelines and quality measures based on latest cardiovascular research and evidence

  • 03

    Practice Implementation

    Supports healthcare providers in adopting best practices through tools, resources, and technical assistance

  • 04

    Quality Monitoring

    Evaluates cardiovascular care outcomes and refines standards to ensure continuous improvement in patient health

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American College of Cardiology

Professional Education

Provides continuing medical education and training programs for cardiovascular care professionals to advance clinical expertise and knowledge

Quality Improvement

Develops and implements standards and tools to enhance cardiovascular care quality and patient outcomes across healthcare systems

Clinical Guidelines

Creates evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to establish best practices in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment

Member Support

Offers resources, networking opportunities, and professional development support for cardiovascular care practitioners and allied health professionals

Research Advancement

Promotes cardiovascular research through educational grants and dissemination of scientific findings to improve patient care

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American College of Cardiology.

RK

Ravee Kurian

COO / CFO
23 hrs/week
Compensation: $229,802
CB

Cathleen Biga Msn Facc

President
14 hrs/week
Compensation: $136,500
CC

Cathleen C Gates

CEO
5 hrs/week
Compensation: $117,228
BH

B Hadley Wilson MD MacC

Immediate Past President
9 hrs/week
Compensation: $63,400
CM

Christopher M Kramer MD Facc

Vice President
10 hrs/week
Compensation: $30,600
ET

Edward TA FRY MD MACC

Immediate Past President 03/2024
9 hrs/week
NM

Noia Morse

DVP, Advocacy
25 hrs/week
Compensation: $291,734
LS

Lucas Sanders

Team Leader, Congressional Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $189,469
FR

Frank Ryan

Associate, State Gov't Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $168,525
JV

James Vavricek

Team Leader, Medicare Pymt & Cov Plcy
Full-time
Compensation: $157,815
AL

Audra Ludwig

Deputy General Counsel Associate
25 hrs/week
Compensation: $141,369
DM

Debra Mariani-Weissenborn

Associate, Coding & Physician Reimbursement
Full-time
Compensation: $131,252
HG

Henry G McCants

Team Leader, Payer & Care
Full-time
Compensation: $112,625
KM

Katherine M Wilson

DVP, Membership
25 hrs/week
Compensation: $107,983
LH

Lisa Hix

EVP/General Counsel
5 hrs/week
Compensation: $64,158

Milestones

2001

Organization Founded

2001

American College of Cardiology established to advance cardiovascular care and improve heart health nationwide

July 2001

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

July 2001

Received IRS recognition as nonprofit medical society dedicated to cardiovascular care transformation

2020

Revenue Decline

2020

Revenue decreased to $21.1 million during pandemic, affecting educational programming and member services

2024

Record Revenue Growth

2024

Organization reached $29.5 million in revenue, expanding educational programs and quality improvement initiatives

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

HV
Himabindu Vidula MD Ms Facc Secretary and Board of Governors Chair 6.5 hrs/week · $42,000
BK
Bonnie Ky MD MSCE FACC Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $31,229
AK
Akshay K Khandelwal MD MBA FACC Treasurer 4.5 hrs/week · $23,950
DW
David Winchester MD MS FACC Secretary and Board of Governors Chair-Elect 4.0 hrs/week · $18,200
JT
Jeffrey T Kuvin MD Facc Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $7,738
JL
JAMES L JANUZZI Jr MD FACC Trustee 03/2024 2.5 hrs/week · $6,667
JE
Joseph E Marine MD MBA Facc Trustee 03/2024 2.5 hrs/week · $5,388
PB
Pamela B Morris MD Facc Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $5,388
LR
Lee R Goldberg MD Mph Facc Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $4,100
HK
HANI K NAJM MD MSc FACC Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $3,375
RM
Roxana Mehran MD Facc Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $2,388
NL
Nicole L Lohr MD PhD FACC Secretary and Board of Governors Chair 03/2024 6.5 hrs/week · $1,738
SJ
Sandra J Lewis MD Facc Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $400
TM
THOMAS M MADDOX MD MSc FACC Trustee 2.5 hrs/week · $400
AM
Andreas Merkl MBA Trustee 2.5 hrs/week
EW
Ed W Childs MD Facs Trustee 03/2024 2.5 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$2.2M

Highest Paid

$326K

Noia Morse

Compensated Officers

15

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Noia Morse Dvp, Advocacy $291,734 $34,402 $326,136 25
Ravee Kurian COO / CFO $229,802 $34,997 $264,799 22.5
Lucas Sanders Team Leader, Congressional Affairs $189,469 $11,541 $201,010 40
Frank Ryan Associate, State Gov'T Affairs $168,525 $31,095 $199,620 50
Audra Ludwig Deputy General Counsel Associate $141,369 $34,298 $175,667 25
James Vavricek Team Leader, Medicare Pymt & Cov Plcy $157,815 $12,886 $170,701 40
Debra Mariani-Weissenborn Associate, Coding & Physician Reimbursement $131,252 $10,563 $141,815 50
Cathleen Biga Msn Facc President $136,500 — $136,500 13.5
Katherine M Wilson Dvp, Membership $107,983 $23,740 $131,723 25
Henry G Mccants Team Leader, Payer & Care $112,625 $12,059 $124,684 45
Cathleen C Gates CEO $117,228 $6,017 $123,245 5
Lisa Hix EVP/General Counsel $64,158 $32,579 $96,737 5
B Hadley Wilson MD Macc Immediate Past President $63,400 — $63,400 8.5
Himabindu Vidula MD MS Facc Secretary And Board Of Governors Chair $42,000 — $42,000 6.5
Bonnie Ky MD Msce Facc Trustee $31,229 — $31,229 2.5

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$15K Total Given
Democratic $9,514 (62%)
Other/PAC $5,821 (38%)
80 Contributions
$192 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

15 Individual Donors
NK
Neal Kovach 2 contributions • $2,000 avg
$4,000
JM
John Mullen 2 contributions • $1,000 avg
$2,000
ZB
Zewdu Bachore 16 contributions • $121 avg
$1,931
NM
Nick Morse 19 contributions • $83 avg
$1,577
CG
Cathy Gates 18 contributions • $83 avg
$1,494

Other Individual Contributors $4,333 combined

#6
RK

Ravee Kurian

Washington, DC

$1,000 Total
1 Contribution
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P...
#7
ZB

Zewde Bachore

Laurel, MD

$500 Total
2 Contributions
ACTBLUE FIGHT LIKE HELL PAC
#8
AM

Adrienne Mortimer

Washington, DC

$500 Total
1 Contribution
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P...
#9
LG

Lori Geary

Hamden, CT

$500 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT ACTBLUE
#10
JV

James Vavricek

Washington, DC

$500 Total
2 Contributions
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P...
#11
LM

Lara Mcguinness

Falls Church, VA

$400 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY ACTBLUE
#12
RM

Ryan Moore

Washington, DC

$250 Total
1 Contribution
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P...
#13
LS

Lucas Sanders

Washington, DC

$250 Total
1 Contribution
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P...
#14
CB

Carl Blake

Kensington, MD

$233 Total
9 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#15
CZ

Christopher Zach

Halethorpe, MD

$200 Total
2 Contributions
CLARENCE LAM FOR CONGRESS

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Nick Morse with 19 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Neal Kovach at $2,000 each
🎯
Top Recipient AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY P... — $5,571

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$119K Grants Given
8 Organizations

Top Grantees

8 total
TC
Texas Chapter of the ACC Austin, TX
$25K
AC
Arizona Chapter of the ACC Phoeniz, AZ
$20K
NC
North Carolina Chapter of the ACC Raleigh, NC
$17K
MC
Massachusetts Chapter of ACC Swansea, MA
$15K
PC
Pennsylvania Chapter of the ACC Harrisburg, PA
$14K
MC
Missouri Chapter of the ACC St Louis, MO
$14K
RI
Rhode Island Chapter of the ACC North Attleboro, MA
$8K
AC
Alabama Chapter of the ACC Birmingham, AL
$6K
Texas Chapter of the ACC Arizona Chapter of the ACC North Carolina Chapter of the ACC Massachusetts Chapter of ACC Pennsylvania Chapter of the ACC Missouri Chapter of the ACC Rhode Island Chapter of the ACC Alabama Chapter of the ACC
Texas Chapter of the ACC Arizona Chapter of the ACC North Carolina Chapter of the ACC Massachusetts Chapter of ACC Pennsylvania Chapter of the ACC Missouri Chapter of the ACC Rhode Island Chapter of the ACC Alabama Chapter of the ACC

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

3 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

3

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

2
American College Of Cardiology Fdn
Washington, DC
Advocate And Influence Policy For Quality Cardiovascular Care
501(c) 501(c)(3)
American College Of Cardiology Pac
Washington, DC
Advocate And Influence Policy For Quality Cardiovascular Care
501(c) 527

Taxable Corp Trust

1
Accf Services LLC Dba Medaxiom
Washington, DC
Consulting
Taxable

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
40 Registrations
23 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 23 total

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4 filings
Self
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4 filings
Self
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3 filings
Self
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2 filings
Self
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2 filings
Self
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2 filings
Self
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2 filings
Self
American College Of Radiology
2 filings
Self
American College Of Radiology Association
2 filings
Self
American College Of Rheumatology
2 filings
Self
American College Of Sports Medicine
2 filings
Self
American College Of Surgeons
2 filings
Self
American College Of Cardiology
1 filing
Self
American College Of Lifestyle Medicine
1 filing
Self
American College Of Medical Genetics
1 filing
Self
American College Of Mohs Surgeons
1 filing
Self
American College Of Nurse Midwives - Nj Chapter
1 filing
Self
American College Of Osteopathic Family Physicians
1 filing
Self
American College Of Osteopathic Internists
1 filing
Self
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1 filing
Self
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1 filing
Self
American College Of Radiation Oncology
1 filing
Self
American College Of Surgeons Professional Association
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American College of Cardiology

Phone

(202) 375-6000

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2400 N Street NW Washington, DC 20037