Rep. Raul Ruiz co-introduced the Safe Step Act in April and has helped educate members of Congress about how step therapy hurts patient outcomes and care.
Trump Administration Proposes Changes to Healthcare Anti-Kickback Rules
(Reuters)—The Trump administration has proposed changes to federal anti-kickback provisions that restrict the kinds of patient referrals doctors can make, saying it will improve healthcare coordination and foster payments based on the quality of care. The plan will change how the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) enforces the Physician Self Referral Law,…
One-Quarter of Every U.S. Healthcare Dollar Wasted
(Reuters Health)—About a quarter of the dollars spent on healthcare in the U.S. may be wasted, a new analysis suggests. Six types of waste in healthcare could be costing as much as $935 billion annually, according to the study published in JAMA.1,2 The biggest source of waste is “administrative complexity,” says the study’s lead author…
Professional Coaching Improves Physician Wellbeing
Many physicians struggle with work–life balance, and burnout is a growing professional concern. New research suggests professional coaching may effectively reduce emotional exhaustion in physicians and improve their quality of life…
Innovative Education Formats & More: What’s New at the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
With innovative session formats and unique spaces that encourage learning and networking, the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting will offer exciting new opportunities for rheumatology professionals. Here’s a sneak peek…
Sit Back & Enjoy Learning at the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
With innovative session formats and unique spaces that encourage networking, the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting will offer new and exciting opportunities for rheumatology professionals. Here’s a sneak peek…
The Training Rheum: ARP Collaborates with American Academy of PAs to Help Rheumatology Practices Onboard NPs & PAs
A new program, The Training Rheum provides specialized instruction for NPs & PAs starting their career in rheumatology. Learn more from attendees and instructors of the premiere event held in Atlanta…
How to Cultivate Stronger Mentor–Mentee Relationships
An experienced mentor shares his tips for how to support rheumatology professionals who are learning the art of rheumatologic care early in their careers…
Summer 2019’s Awards, Appointments & Announcements in Rheumatology
Betty Diamond, MD, Recognized as Distinguished Fellow by American Association of Immunologists At its annual meeting in May in San Diego, the American Association of Immunologists (AAI) recognized Betty Diamond, MD, as a distinguished fellow. Dr. Diamond is professor and head of the Center for Autoimmune, Musculoskeletal and Hematopoietic Diseases at the Feinstein Institutes for…
Dr. Jim O’Dell: Rheumatologist, & Master Artisan
As a young child, Jim O’Dell, MD, spent hours with his grandfather in his basement, making bird houses and bird feeders. “My grandfather, who was a woodworker, was one of the most influential people in my life,” Dr. O’Dell says. “He probably cringed at the crude things I made, but he certainly never let me…
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