As the program enters its third round of negotiations, ACR members should be aware of several upcoming changes relevant to rheumatology.
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Lowest Price, Highest Risk? New Drug Policy’s Potential Effect on Rheumatology
On July 31, President Trump sent formal letters to the CEOs of 17 major pharmaceutical companies, laying out several requirements the companies must meet within 60 days or face unspecified consequences. These include Most-Favored-Nation pricing for Medicare, Medicaid and private markets.

FDA Approves Ustekinumab-stba for All Forms & Dosages as Its Reference Product
Ustekinumab-stba (Steqeyma) now has FDA approval for all forms and dosages of its reference product, ustekinumab (Stelara), including a subcutaneous injection to treat pediatric patients with plaque psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis.

ACR-Led Resolutions Supporting Research Funding, Biosimilars Access Advance at Annual AMA House of Delegates Meeting
An ACR-led resolution that calls for the protection of NIH funding and the ability to negotiate indirect costs will become AMA policy, along with several other resolutions supported by the ACR.

FDA Approves Upadacitinib for GCA
Supported by data in patients with new-onset and relapsing giant cell arteritis (GCA), the FDA approved upadacitinib for the treatment of adults with GCA.

Incarcerated Individuals with Rheumatic Conditions
In addition to the impediments to consistent, high-quality care suffered by all incarcerated individuals, incarcerated patients with rheumatic disease face challenges specific to the treatment, management & monitoring of rheumatic conditions.

Trials Find Potential Treatments for SLE, Lupus Nephritis
In summer 2024, two phase 3 studies were released with promising findings for the treatment of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and those with lupus nephritis. SLE Disease Activity Dapirolizumab pegol is a novel, investigational, Fc-free anti-CD40L agent for people living with moderate to severe SLE.1 The randomized, double-blind, parallel-group PHOENYCS GO trial (N=321)…

Belimumab Promising for Children with Lupus Nephritis
In late July 2022, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved belimumab (Benlysta) for the treatment of children with active lupus nephritis aged 5 to 17 years old receiving standard therapy.1 Despite recent advances in treatment options for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), those with kidney involvement may develop endstage renal disease and…

How to Recognize Inborn Errors of Immunity
Inborn errors of immunity may not always be easy to recognize, but rheumatologists should look out for them. Dr. Bharat Kumar shares his insights.

Advocates for Arthritis 2025: United for the Future of Rheumatology Care
In visits to Congress members and staff, more than 120 ACR/ARP members and patients urged action to improve patient access to quality treatment. The meetings included discussions about the importance of research funding, ensuring adequate Medicare reimbursement, protecting Medicaid, and making PBMs more transparent and accountable. It’s not too late to amplify their message.
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