As of Oct. 19, Cigna will deny claims billed with codes for consultation services, making it the second payer to discontinue payment for evaluation and management codes in 2019.
FDA Approves Ixekizumab for Treating Active Ankylosing Spondylitis
Data from two phase 3 studies were used to support the FDA’s approval of ixekizumab for adults with ankylosing spondylitis…
Drug Pricing Bills Move Forward
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives released a long-anticipated plan that contains provisions to reduce U.S. drug prices according to an international price index.
Rheumatology Patients & Providers Push for Step Therapy, Workforce Changes
Rheumatology professional and patients visited with 117 legislators and their staffs during the 2019 Advocates for Arthritis event to champion better rheumatology patient care and access.
National Survey Highlights Rheumatology Patient Concerns, Challenges
In a national survey of more than 1,500 Americans with rheumatic disease, more than half reported struggling to access affordable care and nearly two-thirds described challenges performing simple daily tasks.
The Registry Built for Rheumatology: RISE User Appreciation at the ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
Get your questions about RISE answered on site at the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting—and pick up a voucher for free coffee.
The Training Rheum: ARP Collaborates with American Academy of PAs to Help Rheumatology Practices Onboard NPs & PAs
A new program, The Training Rheum provides specialized instruction for NPs & PAs starting their career in rheumatology. Learn more from attendees and instructors of the premiere event held in Atlanta…
How to Cultivate Stronger Mentor–Mentee Relationships
An experienced mentor shares his tips for how to support rheumatology professionals who are learning the art of rheumatologic care early in their careers…
Coding Corner Answer: Is This Shoulder Ultrasound Billable?
Take the challenge. Answer: No, if billed as incident-to for the NP. Note: The patient’s current insurance carrier is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS of MA). Under BCBS of MA, nurse practitioners and nurse practitioner primary care providers are not allowed to perform or interpret radiology services. Therefore, the physician would have to…
Coding Corner Question: Is This Shoulder Ultrasound Billable?
A 32-year-old male patient with rheumatoid arthritis affecting multiple joints without rheumatoid factor returns to the office for a follow-up visit with the nurse practitioner (NP). The patient states his overall pain has improved since his previous visit, although he rates the severity of his right shoulder and right wrist pain at a 5 on…
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