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Anti-CarP May Play Special Role in RA-Associated Mortality

Researchers may have established a relationship between a new RA autoantibody, anti-carbamylated protein (anti-CarP) antibodies, and increased mortality risk. The recent study showed that anti-CarP was the only autoantibody associated with mortality, specifically respiratory system cause of death… [Read More]

RheumPAC’s 2017 Q2 Progress Report Shows Increased Investments, Participation

Members’ voices are crucial to making an impact on policies that have an impact on healthcare. Here, we’d like to thank members who have invested… [Read More]

The Important Role of the AMA RVS Update Committee on Medicare Payments

Believe it or not, change begins with one person willing to lead by example—and you can be that person. All too often, we get caught… [Read More]

Progress Made During HOD Annual Meeting

The AMA House of Delegates (HOD) met in Chicago for its annual meeting June 9–14. More than 530 HOD members were present, with several hundred… [Read More]

ATAP Holds Inaugural In-Person Meeting

The ACR recently announced the launch of the Alliance for Transparent & Affordable Prescriptions (ATAP), a coalition of provider and patient groups concerned about the… [Read More]

How to Fuel Engaged Patient Dialogue

“Too often, a patient may feel too intimidated to ask a question,” says Ara Dikranian, MD. Here are considerations and communication techniques rheumatologists can use to encourage greater patient understanding and engagement… [Read More]

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