There are several reasons for hospitals to join D2B^TM:

1. Improve on CMS/JCAHO core measure results.
2. Learn from and share with the D2B^TM community of hospitals committed to this issue.
3. ABIM Credit - participation in the D2B^TM campaign is approved by ABIM for 20 Maintenance of Certification (MOC-4) points.  This is important for all cardiologists who are recertifying.
4. CME Credit - completion of the D2B^TM Performance Improvement Module (PIM) qualifies participants to receive up to 20 Category 1 CME credits.
5. Strategic Partners Focus on D2B^TM - some of the D2B^TM Strategic Partners are working to incorporate D2B^TM participation into their focus.
6. Publicity for your hospital and D2B^TM team - in addition to the significant media attention already devoted to D2B^TM, the D2B^TM campaign continues to generate a lot of interest and enthusiasm from the public and press.  The D2B^TM campaign will also spotlight the success of hospitals overcoming barriers and making strides in reducing their D2B^TM times through our website.
7. No cost to hospitals - there is no fee associated for participating in D2B^TM or for use of the implementation manual.
8. It’s the right thing to do! - improving D2B^TM times will result in better outcomes for STEMI patients.