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Incorrect Reimbursements—Is This Your Practice?

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Imagine you have received a remittance for patient John Doe for charge 99214 in the amount of $69.89. Your billing staff reconciles the money and updates the account. Would you consider this a successful reimbursement? If so, it may surprise you to know you have just been underpaid by $20 because the correct fee schedule was $89.89.

Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

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Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a condition in which an area of jawbone is not covered by the gums that has lasted for more than eight weeks. ONJ occurs when a facial bone begins to starve from a permanent or temporary lack of blood. As the name indicates—with osteo meaning bone and necrosis meaning death—the bone begins to die, causing pain and deterioration.

Study Groups: Where Information and Networking Mix

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ACR study groups provide an excellent forum for networking at the ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting and are among the most highly sought-after sessions each year. Although study groups are not eligible for CME credits, they provide an opportunity for the exchange of new ideas and in-depth presentations of information. These groups give attendees the opportunity to discuss cases and share experiences with colleagues who share a common interest in one disease, a group of related disorders, or a specialized field of study.

The Quest for Olympic Gold

David S. Pisetsky, MD, PhD  |  

What should physicians make of sick athletes’ success stories?

Get Involved!

David A. Fox, MD  |  

A guide for applying to volunteer positions with the ACR

The Brain in Lupus

Michael Lockshin, MD, and Liza Kozora, PhD  |  

The Mary Kirkland Center lupus conference offers insight into cognitive aspects of SLE