Sequestration, workforce issues and step therapy reform are just some of the areas in which the ACR’s activities, via the Government Affairs Committee and member action, have made a positive difference for rheumatology practitioners.
Articles by Jill Sakai
RheumPAC Donors Discuss Healthcare Legislation, Drug Pricing with Rep. Lloyd Doggett
At a virtual event with the chair of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Health, RheumPAC donors were able to share concerns and recommendations about drug pricing policies and how they affect providers and patients.
Spring Review of 2021 State Legislative Progress
Bright spots from this legislative session include utilization management reform, copay accumulator bans and pharmacy benefit manager reform.
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Extends Public Health Emergency
The COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) has been extended, effective April 21. The Biden administration has indicated it will likely extend the PHE through the end of the year.
Why Community Rheumatologists Serve: Committee Work Pays Off ‘Many Times Over’
Volunteer leaders who are community rheumatologists share their thoughts about the professional and personal benefits of serving on ACR committees and encourage others to get involved.
Channel Policy Frustrations into Advocacy to Improve Patient Care
Frustrated with policies he viewed as obstacles to optimal patient care, Howard Yang, MD, RhMSUS, tried advocacy as a way to turn those feelings into positive action—an eye-opening and rewarding experience he strongly recommends.
Louisa Ziglar, MD, FACR: ‘Everyone Can Be an Advocate’
When it comes to advocating for rheumatology, it’s never too early or late in your career to begin, and no effort is too small to have an impact, says Dr. Ziglar, a private practitioner and member of the Government Affairs Committee.
Improving Demographic Representation & Equity in Rheumatology Research
A better understanding of knowledge gaps and increased engagement of underrepresented communities are needed to diversify rheumatology patient data in clinical datasets, registries and randomized clinical trials.
COVID-19 Vaccination for Immunosuppressed Patients: From Guidance to Advocacy
State-level wins that ensure immunosuppressed patients can access COVID-19 vaccination show the power of coordinated efforts by volunteer leaders, staff and members to translate the ACR’s work into actionable public policy recommendations, then amplify those messages through member engagement.
Extreme & Uncontrollable Circumstances Application for 2020 Merit-Based Incentive Payment System Reopened
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reopened the Extreme & Uncontrollable Circumstances application and indicated they will automatically apply the policy to individuals who do not submit data for 2020 Merit-based Incentive Payment System.
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