Dr. Langford’s final column reflects on 2025’s advocacy, challenges & member teamwork. Click through to read the outgoing ACR president’s parting thoughts.
The Rheum Advocate: A Fresh Look for the Same Trusted Voice
Starting Nov. 13, the long-running ACR@Work newsletter is transforming into The Rheum Advocate, delivering the latest updates on advocacy, policy developments, clinical practice support and the issues that matter most to rheumatology professionals.
ACR Delegation to Address AI, Non-Compete Agreements at Interim AMA House of Delegates Meeting
The ACR’s resolutions at the Interim HOD meeting, held Nov. 14–18, will address non-compete agreements as well as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in prior authorization processes.
Rural Health Transformation Program: ACR Recommendations for Expanding Specialty Care Access
The ACR has expert guidance for states applying for the Rural Health Transformation Program, including recommendations on policies designed to improve healthcare delivery, strengthen the workforce and ensure patient access to rheumatology care.
Rheumatology Influencers: Dr. Hirsh Advocates for Physicians & Patients
Dr. Marc Hirsch reflects on a career dedicated to advocating for physicians, providing patient-centered care & advancing medical education.
Rheumatologists Applaud Inclusion of Key Medications in Medicare Price Talks
In a powerful op-ed published by Fierce Healthcare, rheumatologists Amanda Myers, MD, and Rebecca Shepherd, MD, MBA—both volunteer advocates with the ACR—highlighted the critical role of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in improving access to life-changing medications for patients with autoimmune and rheumatic diseases. Many patients with chronic conditions, such as rheumatoid…
Advocacy Opportunities Abound at ACR Convergence
At ACR Convergence 2025, the ACR advocacy team will be hosting a slate of programming to help you understand the power of advocacy and prepare you to add your voice in support of the rheumatology community.
ACR Leads Sign-on Letter to Cigna Opposing Downcoding of E/M Claims
The ACR recently led a rheumatology community letter to Cigna opposing the payer’s decision to downcode level 4 and 5 evaluation and management claims.
ACR Delegates Prepare for Fall Season Advocacy with the AMA
The ACR’s delegation to the American Medical Association’s House of Delegates is gearing up for the HOD Interim Meeting, slated for Nov. 14–18. Several members share their views on the value of this advocacy work and top issues this fall.
Urge Congress to Avoid Disruption to Telemedicine
Telehealth is at risk. Congress must act before the end of September to maintain vital flexibility and reimbursement for telemedicine services.
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