VHAC Pre-Hospital STEMI Data Definitions

Stay aligned with the latest standards in pre-hospital STEMI care with the ED Bypass STEMI Definitions – 2025 Edition, developed by the Virginia Heart Attack Coalition (VHAC). This essential digital resource provides clear, standardized definitions for Overcalls, Undercalls, Correct Calls, and Direct-to-Cath Lab scenarios. Rooted in the American Heart Association’s PreAct STEMI Algorithm, this guide is designed to support EMS, hospital systems, and quality teams in streamlining cardiac care, reducing delays, and improving outcomes.
Key Features:
Definitions aligned with the AHA’s Mission: Lifeline STEMI framework
Designed by the VHAC ED Bypass Clinical Workgroup
Supports accurate data collection, performance measurement, and process improvement
Includes a visual algorithm for prehospital activation and ED bypass
Ideal for EMS agencies, emergency departments, cardiology teams, and data coordinators
 
Format: PDF
Release Date: July 2025