What to consider when advising a pregnant patient with rheumatoid arthritis whose fetus has been exposed to teratogenic medications
Rheum After 5: Retired Rheumatologist Rides and Collects Antique Motorcycles
Motorcycle enthusiast Paul Rochmis, MD, finds lure of metal, chrome, oil, and gasoline irresistible
Tech Talk: Contraption Reduces Pain of Rheumatic Therapy Injections
Innovative device called Buzzy applies high-frequency vibration sensation and cold to soothe sting of shots
Legal Updates: What Rheumatologists Should Consider Before Signing with an ACO
Medicare’s ACO physician exclusivity provisions may preclude participation in more than one accountable care organization
Coding Corner Question: May
Coding Trigger-Point Injection with 99213
Large Genome Study Identifies Genetic Risk Factors for Gout
Researchers have identified 28 genome-wide significant urate concentration–associated loci, underscoring the importance of metabolic control in urate production.
Susceptibility Loci Shed Light on Fundamental Pathways of Psoriasis
Investigators have described 15 new psoriasis susceptibility loci. The loci highlight the importance of the skin in both acquired and innate host defense and identify the innate immune response as a key factor in psoriasis.
Sequester Affects Rheumatologists on Two Fronts—Medicare Reimbursement and Research Funding
Rheumatologists are already feeling two effects from Congress’ inability to solve sequestration: a 2% reduction in Medicare reimbursements and slashed funding for research financed by the National Institutes of Health.
DNA Methylation Modifies Genetic Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis
A first-of-its-kind study has been published that integrates genotype and epigenotype data across the entire genome.
ABIM Announces New Rules, Timelines for Maintenance of Certification
The ABIM recently announced that, beginning in January 2014, all physicians certified during or after 1990 (time-limited certificates) will be required to complete 100 maintenance of certification points every five years, as opposed to the previous ten-year timeline.
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