Applications are open for this year’s Advocates for Arthritis, which brings together patients and rheumatology professionals to advocate on Capitol Hill. It will be held Sept. 26–27 in Washington, D.C.
The ACR/CHEST ILD Guidelines in Practice, a video
In collaboration with the American College of Chest Physicians, the ACR released two new comprehensive guidelines aimed at improving the screening, monitoring, and treatment of patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) secondary to systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs). Recently, Sindhu R. Johnson, MD, PhD, professor of medicine at the University of Toronto, Canada, director of the Toronto Scleroderma Program and principal investigator for the guideline, and Elana J. Bernstein, MD, MSc, Florence Irving associate professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at Columbia University, New York City, and co-first author, presented a webinar to talk about how the guidelines were developed and present some of the recommendations and their rationale: Watch the recording now!

Wired: Tech-Based Strategies for Engaging Patients in Research
Artificial intelligence, social media, mobile apps—different technologies can be used to connect with and benefit rheumatology patients. During a session of the 2023 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium, Dr. Jonathan Hausmann discussed the use of technology in research to improve patient recruitment and engagement, collect data and more.

Rheumatology Priorities Advanced at Busy AMA House of Delegates Meeting
Two ACR-led resolutions on in-office specialty drug dispensing and the proposed NIH Public Access Plan passed the House of Delegates and will become AMA policy.

What’s Next for Telehealth after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency?
Do you remember where you were when the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) was declared on Jan. 31, 2020? While it may seem like yesterday, you would be forgiven for not recalling your exact location over three years ago during what felt like an incredible whirlwind for the healthcare industry. One possible location you may…

Tennessee Rheumatology Society: Keeping Pace with State Growth
The Tennessee Rheumatology Society is helping rheumatology professionals in the state keep pace with a rapidly growing population by supporting both current practitioners and fellows in the state’s two rheumatology fellowship programs.
After Pushback, Cigna Delays Modifier 25 Policy Changes
After significant pushback from the AMA, ACR and other medical societies, Cigna has delayed implementation of changes to its modifier 25 reimbursement policy, originally scheduled to take effect May 25.

Thick Skin & Solid Research: Necessary Ingredients for Publishing Success
Scientific publishing requires a commitment to clear writing, concise narratives and a willingness to accept feedback. Daniel Solomon, MD, editor-in-chief of Arthritis & Rheumatology, provides insights into his experiences.
RA Disease Activity & Alcohol Consumption Habits
Past studies have suggested that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who consume a moderate amount of alcohol may experience lower disease activity and higher quality of life than non-drinkers. In this study, Alfredsson, et al. confirmed earlier studies’ claims that alcohol consumption reduces disease activity in a dose-dependent manner, and also indicated that patients who stopped drinking post-baseline experienced worsened disease activity, more pain and a lower quality of life.
ACR to Lead Resolutions at June AMA House of Delegates Meeting
The ACR will co-lead with the American Society of Clinical Oncology a resolution on in-office dispensing of specialty drugs and will lead 10 other specialty societies to advance a resolution on the proposed NIH Public Access Plan and equitable access to quality clinical research.
Slow but Steady: 2023 State Legislative Progress
This legislative season has seen key pharmacy benefit manager reforms but slow movement on other issues, such as copay accumulators and utilization management. The ACR is also monitoring emerging topics, such as biomarker testing and post-public health emergency telehealth reforms.
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