Inspira Mullica Hill, Vineland Reaccredited as MBSAQIP Comprehensive Bariatric Centers

Inspira Medical Centers Mullica Hill and Vineland have been reaccredited as Comprehensive Centers by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). MBSAQIP is a program championed by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) in partnership with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), and the designation recognizes a center’s commitment to multidisciplinary, quality-driven treatment for people living with obesity.

Inspira Health noted that the reaccreditation affirms program quality. Inspira said, “This national recognition underscores Inspira’s commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care for individuals living with obesity.” The reaccreditation “honors Inspira for providing detailed and inclusive counseling on both surgical and non-surgical options in a patient-focused approach.”

The reaccreditation preserves a significant point of access for Cumberland County residents. Inspira Medical Center Vineland first received MBSAQIP accreditation in 2006 and has been providing comprehensive bariatric surgery services for more than 20 years. Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill first received MBSAQIP accreditation in 2022; the recent action marks the second time Mullica Hill has held the Comprehensive Center designation. Those program histories mean Vineland continues to serve as a longstanding local hub for bariatric surgery, while Mullica Hill remains a growing regional option for patients seeking multidisciplinary obesity care.

Beyond facility recognition, the accreditation has public health and equity implications. Accredited Comprehensive Centers are expected to deliver coordinated care that includes surgical teams, nutrition and behavioral health support, and follow-up resources that can be especially important for patients from low-income neighborhoods and communities that face transportation or specialty-care shortages. Maintaining local, accredited services helps reduce travel burdens and may improve continuity of care for patients who rely on nearby hospitals for long-term follow-up.

Inspira also announced operational precautions for patient safety. The system stated, “Effective Monday, January 5th, Inspira Health is now at Yellow Alert Status: Masks for staff, patients and visitors in all high-risk areas across our facilities are strongly recommended.” Patients planning appointments should confirm current masking guidance when they arrive.

Inspira Health is a charitable nonprofit and a regional leader in physician training, with roughly 200 medical residents and fellows in 13 nationally accredited programs across its hospitals in Vineland, Mullica Hill, and Elmer. For appointments or information about bariatric services, Inspira lists its contact line at 1-800-INSPIRA (800-467-7472) and resources including Find a Doctor, Schedule Appointment, Patient Portal, Classes and Events, Billing, Careers, and Giving.

For Cumberland County residents, the reaccreditation means continued local access to an accredited, multidisciplinary pathway for obesity treatment. Next steps for patients include contacting Inspira for consultations and for community leaders to track how accredited services translate into improved long-term outcomes across the county.