The ACR has developed two new clinical guidance documents for pediatric patients in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.... [Read More]
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The ACR on Air Podcast’s COVID-19 Series
In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the ACR has dedicated a few episodes of the ACR on Air podcast to the challenges that have arisen, along with information about the available resources and guidance. The first episode in this special series looks at drug shortages surrounding hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and its initial uses to treat… [Read More]
The COVID-19 Pandemic & the ACR’s Response
The ACR has been working on many levels to assist the rheumatology community during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are focusing our efforts on areas critical for rheumatologists and rheumatology professionals, practices and patients. Because the pandemic poses many clinical and economic challenges, the ACR will continue to monitor this fast-paced, ever-changing situation and provide… [Read More]
Foundation’s Award Provides Research Opportunity for Community-Based Practitioners
Rheumatologists in community-based practices work closely with patients, which allows them to notice trends and nuances researchers may not. Unfortunately, few opportunities exist for rheumatologists to test their observations through research, in addition to taking care of patients. Limited funding, time constraints and competition from larger academic medical centers are some of the barriers that… [Read More]
Collaborate, Innovate & Learn at ACR Convergence 2020: The ACR’s All-Virtual Annual Meeting
ACR Convergence 2020—the ACR’s annual meeting—will be presented online. Get ready for an innovative experience.... [Read More]
An Important Message from the ACR on the Death of George Floyd
The American College of Rheumatology is deeply troubled by the recent events surrounding the death of George Floyd. This tragedy is the latest in a long history of senseless killings of people of color. We recognize that racial inequality is an invisible undercurrent impacting the lives of many of our members and patients, and we… [Read More]
ACR Continues to Advocate Against Payer Mandates on Specialty Pharmacy Acquisition of In-Office Treatments
Despite efforts by the ACR and other organizations, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee has indicated that it will move forward with implementation of its specialty pharmacy acquisition mandate on July 1, 2020.... [Read More]
RheumPAC Hosts Rep. Ami Bera (D-Calif.) for Virtual Discussion of ACR Legislative Priorities
Top RheumPAC donors attended a virtual legislative update and Q&A with Rep. Ami Bera (D-Calif.) shortly after the release of House Democrats’ $3 trillion coronavirus response plan. ... [Read More]
Researchers Discuss Viability of Rheumatology Education During the COVID‐19 Pandemic
In a matter of weeks, the COVID‑19 crisis has totally upended clinical medicine and the practice of rheumatology. Our old ways of seeing patients in person, precepting fellows in clinic or on the consult service, and leading in-person interactive teaching rounds are gone for now and possibly for good. But how can we replace these… [Read More]
UnitedHealthCare Rescinds Planned Changes to Orencia Policy
UnitedHealthcare (UHC) is rescinding changes to its Orencia policy previously scheduled to go into effect July 1, 2020. These changes would have required patients to fail to respond to the self-administered formulation of the drug prior to obtaining authorization for the physician-administered product. Some patients on Orencia received notices from UHC in late April stating… [Read More]
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