CAC on non-gated CT
Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic accelerates CAD detection, leveraging Bunkerhill Health for better patient outcomes

1,894

Patients received a CT for non-cardiac reasons over a 1-month period.

53%

Of 1,894 patients, 1,004 had a CAC score ≥ 100.

8%

passed our filters and were unaware of their condition.

Health system
Cleveland Clinic
Headquarters
Cleveland, OH
# of beds
5,912
# of clinicians
21,125

The challenge

Despite being a leader in cardiovascular care, Cleveland Clinic recognized the opportunity to enhance early detection of coronary artery disease (CAD) by leveraging routine chest CT scans. They sought a solution that could seamlessly integrate into clinical workflows without increasing costs or requiring additional imaging studies.

The solution

Cleveland Clinic adopted Bunkerhill Health’s iCAC algorithm to elevate their preventive care efforts, leveraging automated coronary calcium scoring to enhance early detection and care pathways for patients with cardiovascular risks.

About Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic, a globally recognized leader in cardiovascular care, is dedicated to advancing patient outcomes through the adoption of forward-thinking technologies and evidence-based practices across its world-class healthcare system.
Early CAD detection relied on radiology reports and manual follow-ups, often leading to delayed interventions. The process was resource-intensive, leaving potential gaps in care and increasing the risk of missed diagnoses.

A look at their success

iCAC transforms routine imaging into a powerful tool for cardiovascular risk screening, enabling early identification of coronary artery calcification at a population level.
By integrating into existing imaging workflows, iCAC scales preventive screening efforts without requiring additional tests, making early risk assessment accessible and cost-effective.
Health systems can proactively manage cardiovascular risk by deploying structured follow-up pathways, ensuring at-risk patients receive timely interventions and reducing overall disease burden.