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Optimal Resources for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

Optimal Resources for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (2026 Standards)

Effective July 1, 2026

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The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) is pleased to announce the updated edition of the Optimal Resources for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (2026 Standards).

The Standards Manual outlines the requirements that facilities must meet to achieve MBSAQIP accreditation. This accreditation offers guidance for building the necessary infrastructure and expertise to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality care for all metabolic and bariatric patients. These updated standards outline essential elements for resources, processes, data collection, quality improvement, and patient safety. They reflect current best practices and help centers provide evidence-based care aligned with MBSAQIP expectations.

Since the release of the revised Standards in October 2022, many participants and stakeholders have provided insightful and constructive feedback. MBSAQIP has carefully reviewed and incorporated this feedback throughout the development of the 2026 Standards, ensuring that the updated requirements reflect the needs of the field while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and quality outcomes.

The 2026 Standards also introduce three new designation levels allowing all MBSAQIP Accredited Centers to add Obesity Medicine Qualifications. This update is to broaden access and support centers in delivering comprehensive, multidisciplinary care. The new accreditation designations added include:

  • Low Acuity Center with Obesity Medicine Qualifications
  • Ambulatory Surgery Center with Obesity Medicine Qualifications
  • Adolescent Center with Obesity Medicine Qualifications

The 2026 Standards will take effect on July 1, 2026. All centers undergoing a site visit on or after July 1, 2026, must be in full compliance with the 2026 Standards. Centers preparing for a site visit occurring prior to this date will continue to be evaluated according to the Revised 2022 Standards. Please refer to the Change Log for a detailed summary of all updates and designation requirements.

Download 2026 Standards Manual

Current Standards Manual

Effective October 2022–June 30, 2026

Use this version for all compliance activities through June 30th 2026.

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) is pleased to present the revised version of our program Standards, Optimal Resources for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. The revised Standards went effect October 2022 and the MBSAQIP is verifying compliance with the updated Standards.

Download Standards Manual

Supporting Documents

MBSAQIP Standards – Revision Log

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