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Adverse Event Risk Data Drive Evaluation of Psoriasis Treatments

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, CGP, RPh  |  

PSOLAR, the Psoriasis Longitudinal Assessment and Registry, is a multicenter, longitudinal, intercontinental, disease-based registry used to identify adverse events from commonly used psoriasis drugs.1 An evaluation of the risk of serious infection from systemic psoriasis treatments was recently published using data from PSOLAR. Ninety-three institutional review boards or ethics committees reported into the registry from…

Diagnostic Imaging in Patient with Atraumatic Left Shoulder Pain: Findings

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View the question. Findings/Diagnosis The AP radiograph of the left shoulder (see Figure 1) shows erosions of the proximal humeral and glenoid articular surfaces (black arrows) without joint-space narrowing. There is a well-defined marginal erosion with overhanging edge at the junction of the proximal humeral articular surface and rotator cuff insertion on the greater tuberosity (ellipse)….

The ACR Partners with Coalition, Patient Advocacy Groups to Advocate for Rheumatology

Chris Morris, MD, RheumPAC Committee  |  

In terms of getting our message heard in Washington, D.C., rheumatology faces a David vs. Goliath battle on several levels. Many industries have far greater resources, use multiple lobbying firms, and have advertising and lobbying budgets that eclipse ours by several hundred-fold. Rheumatology is far smaller than most other medical specialties; our membership is a…

Rheumatology Coding Corner Question: Sacroiliac Injection with Office Visit

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Coding for SI Injections with Office Visit A female patient previously diagnosed with sacroiliitis and ankylosing spondylitis returns to the office for a follow-up visit. The patient reports her lower back has been stiff and swollen for the past couple of weeks. She is currently on celecoxib and ranitidine, and mentions that she had some…

Rheumatology Coding Corner Answer: Sacroiliac Injection with Office Visit

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CPT codes: 99214-25, 27096, J3301 x1 ICD-9: 720.2, 720.0, 787.02 ICD-10: M46.1*, M45.9*, R11.0 This encounter is coded as 99214 because it includes: Detailed history; Comprehensive examination—eight systems counted; and Medical decision making—moderate complexity (established problem, new problem with no additional workup; new prescription drug ordered). Keep in mind, the CT guidance is an inclusive…

Rheumatologist Shares ACR State-of-the-Art Clinical Symposium Experience

Wambui Machua, MD, BS  |  

The annual ACR State-of-the-Art (SOTA) Clinical Symposium came highly endorsed by previous fellows; therefore, upon receiving the invitation for the Fellows-in-Training (FIT) scholarship, I did not hesitate to apply. Further, the meeting was going to be held in the spring in Chi Town! Meticulously, I made arrangements with six hundred scholarship dollars at my disposal….

Rheumatology Research Foundation Announces Award Recipients

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On July 1, 2015, the Rheumatology Research Foundation awarded more than 80 grants to a wide range of rheumatology trainees and professionals. The recipients, who submitted applications in 2014, will receive funding for essential education and training, as well as innovative research projects. Their applications were closely examined by experts in different areas of the…

Don’t Miss the World’s Premier Rheumatology Meeting

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There are many reasons why 15,000-plus attendees come to the ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting. For some, it’s the more than 450 educational sessions designed to boost knowledge and provide the latest information in the field of rheumatology. For others, it’s the opportunities to build connections and network with colleagues from around the world. This year’s six-day…