It is no surprise that understanding health information and navigating the U.S. health system can overwhelm even the savviest patients with advanced literacy skills. Data from the National Adult Literacy Survey suggest that nearly 50% of all adults have problems understanding many aspects of healthcare, including prescriptions, appointment slips, and health education materials.
The Role of the Physician Assistant in the Treatment of Pain
Pain is a common manifestation of rheumatic conditions. Patients with rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, and osteoarthritis require disease-specific management for controlling acute episodes of pain as well as strategies to control ongoing daily discomfort.
Coding Corner!
September’s Coding Challenge
Coding Corner Answer
September’s Coding Answer
Coding and Billing Guidelines Overview and Resources
Due to federal regulations and the variety of audits that now exist, the ACR has developed an overview of guidelines and identified a list of resources to keep handy to ensure all current guidelines are strictly followed.
Practice Page
Practice management changes and opportunities in 2012
It’s Not Just EHRs Anymore
Patient-centered information technology is an increasingly popular way to help manage complex diseases
What You Need to Know about ACOs
Rheumatologists may need to speak up to get a place in these new healthcare groups
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Experts discuss the process of becoming “meaningful users” of electronic medical records
Listen to Craig W. Carson, MD, an Oklahoma-based rheumatologist, discuss when his practice will apply for meaningful use incentive credits. Then, listen to Karen Hansen, Dr. Carson’s practice manager, discuss the technical aspects of preparing for meaningful use.
An Identity Crisis for RA
A few suggestions to bring rheumatic disease the recognition and respect it deserves
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