The program accredits inpatient and outpatient bariatric surgery centers in the United States and Canada that have undergone an independent, voluntary, and rigorous peer evaluation in accordance with nationally recognized bariatric surgical standards. Bariatric surgery accreditation not only promotes uniform standard benchmarks, but also supports continuous quality improvement.
How to Apply
New centers can apply here. It’s required that all new centers submit an application before gaining access to the Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ).
Here is a brief overview of the accreditation process.
Application
Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ)
Site Visit
Outcome
Existing MBSAQIP Centers
MBSAQIP-Accredited Centers are required to submit a renewal PRQ every three years to maintain accreditation.
Here is a brief overview of the renewal process for reaccrediting centers:
Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ)
Site Visit
Outcome
International Data Collection Center Applicants
Participation as a Data Collection Center is now available to International Centers.
Please note: Participation as a MBSAQIP Data Collection Center is NOT available to centers within the United States and Canada.
Data Collection Centers can apply using the MBSAQIP Quality Portal. No additional materials beyond the application are required for centers that are only seeking Data Collection participation. The bariatric surgeon leader at your center (MBS Director) is required to view the MBSAQIP Data Collection Webinar prior to applying. All staff or hospital administrators who will be integral to the successful implementation of a Data Collection program are encouraged, although not required, to view the webinar as well.
Please note that registration is required so that attendance by your MBS Director can be verified by the MBSAQIP. The webinar is pre-recorded so you may view it at your convenience.
Questions
All MBSAQIP centers are encouraged to participate in Ask MBSAQIP, our monthly webinar series.