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Advanced Practice Providers Should Learn Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Heather Benham, DNP, RN, CPNP, RhMSUS, on behalf of the ARP Practice Committee   |  June 17, 2019

I have worked as an advanced practice provider (APP) in pediatric rheumatology for nearly 16 years. My collaborating physicians have allowed me to function to the full extent of my scope of practice while allowing me to develop professionally within the subspecialty. My latest endeavor has been learning how to perform musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSUS) and…

Filed under:ConditionsPractice Support Tagged with:Advanced Practice CliniciansMusculoskeletal UltrasoundUltrasound

CMS Finalizes Changes in CY 2018 for Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

From the College  |  December 13, 2017

We previously alerted you to a CMS-proposed change that would cut reimbursement for the complete diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSUS) significantly. We are pleased to report that, in its final rule, the CMS reversed that decision, and providers will see a reasonable reimbursement for the exam. The ACR advocated on your behalf for this change through…

Filed under:Billing/CodingFrom the CollegePractice Support Tagged with:Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

From the Expert: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training Benefits Rheumatology Practices & Patients

Richard Quinn  |  July 29, 2016

Eugene Kissin, MD, says the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound can help rheumatologists diagnose and treat disease. Getting the proper training is critical. USSONAR is a training resource that can help…

Filed under:Career DevelopmentEducation & TrainingProfessional Topics Tagged with:MusculoskeletalMusculoskeletal UltrasoundTrainingUltrasoundUltrasound School of North American Rheumatologists (USSONAR)

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: A Valuable Tool for Diagnosing Rheumatic Illnesses

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: A Valuable Tool for Diagnosing Rheumatic Illnesses

Khushboo Sheth, MBBS, & Christopher Scola, MD  |  October 15, 2015

Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound is a valuable imaging modality for the practicing rheumatologist and provides an efficient tool with high diagnostic value in the evaluation of patients with musculoskeletal complaints. The use of MSK ultrasound has evolved in the U.S. due to the emergence of less-expensive, portable ultrasound units, which provide high-quality gray-scale and power Doppler…

Filed under:ConditionsRheumatoid Arthritis Tagged with:ClinicalDiagnosisMSKMusculoskeletal Ultrasoundpatient careRARheumatoid arthritisrheumatologistsrheumatologyTrainingUltrasound

Benefits, Challenges of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Rheumatology

Katarzyna Gilek-Seibert, MD  |  May 1, 2014

A rheumatology medical trainee relays pros, cons of ultrasound as joint imaging modality and usefulness in diagnosing, managing patients with rheumatologic disease

Filed under:ConditionsPractice SupportQuality Assurance/ImprovementRheumatoid Arthritis Tagged with:DiagnosisDiseaseimagingjoint imagingMusculoskeletal Ultrasoundpatient carePractice ManagementRheumatoid arthritisrheumatologistrheumatologyTechnologyUltrasound

ACR’s Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Education Course Helps Rheumatologists Expand Skills

Staff  |  April 2, 2014

Intermediate-level program features interventional cadaver workshop, teaches latest advances, application of musculoskeletal ultrasound to help physicians evaluate, manage patients’ pain, disease states

Filed under:Career DevelopmentEducation & TrainingFrom the CollegeProfessional Topics Tagged with:AC&RAmerican College of Rheumatology (ACR)Association of Rheumatology Professionals (ARP)crystal arthritisEducationimagingMSUSRheumatoid arthritisUltrasound

Is Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Right for Your Rheumatology Practice?

Staff  |  February 1, 2014

The RhMSUS Course for Rheumatologists–Fundamentals combines lectures and hands-on exercises in the imaging technique for physicians with limited ultrasound experience

Filed under:Career DevelopmentEducation & TrainingFrom the CollegePractice SupportProfessional TopicsQuality Assurance/Improvement Tagged with:education and trainingimagingMusculoskeletal Ultrasoundpatient carerheumatologistrheumatologyRhMSUSUltrasound

President’s Perspective: ACR’s Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Certification in Rheumatology Program Helps Healthcare Providers Learn to Use This Tool

Joseph Flood, MD  |  February 1, 2014

RhMSUS program helps health professionals address payment reforms, practice efficiency, and quality of patient care through use of MSUS imaging technology

Filed under:Career DevelopmentCertificationEducation & TrainingLegislation & AdvocacyPresident's PerspectiveProfessional Topics Tagged with:AC&RAdvocacyAmerican College of Rheumatology (ACR)Certificationeducation and trainingimagingMedicareMusculoskeletal UltrasoundrheumatologyRhMSUSUltrasound

ACR Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Course Helps Rheumatologists, Health Professionals Expand Their Skills

Staff  |  April 1, 2013

This intermediate-level course combines lectures and practical hands-on experience in the application of musculoskeletal ultrasound for rheumatology

Filed under:Education & TrainingFrom the College Tagged with:AC&Reducation and trainingMusculoskeletal Ultrasoundrheumatology

Is Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Right for Your Rheumatology Practice?

Staff  |  January 2, 2013

The Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Course for Rheumatologists—Fundamentals is designed for rheumatologists with limited ultrasound experience interested in the potential benefits of musculoskeletal ultrasound for their patients

Filed under:Education & TrainingFrom the College Tagged with:AC&REducationMusculoskeletal UltrasoundPractice Management

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