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Glucocorticoids in RA

David S. Pisetsky, MD, PhD  |  November 7, 2023

The historical & continuing roles of glucocorticoids in the treatment of RA are discussed. 

Filed under:Education & TrainingRheumatoid Arthritis Tagged with:GlucocorticoidsRA Resource CenterRheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

When Is Arthroplasty Recommended? New ACR/AAHKS Guideline Offers Considerations for Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty

Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD  |  November 1, 2023

The ACR released a new arthroplasty guideline in an effort to remedy significant & detrimental delays faced by osteoarthritis or osteonecrosis patients who require surgical intervention.

Filed under:Clinical Criteria/GuidelinesConditionsGuidanceOsteoarthritis and Bone Disorders Tagged with:arthroplastyrecommendations

Ask Congress to Support Complexity Add-on Code

From the College  |  October 24, 2023

Implementation of the G2211 add-on code for evaluation and management services is included in the CY 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, barring further delays. Ask your lawmakers to support timely implementation and patient access to complex care.

Filed under:Billing/CodingLegislation & Advocacy Tagged with:CodingEvaluation and Management

Ethics Forum: Mitigation Tips for Health Disparities Among Rural & Indigenous Peoples

Laura Nichols, MD, Lee Graham, MD, & Erdal Diri, MD  |  October 12, 2023

A common case scenario in our practice in North Dakota is a woman with rheumatoid arthritis on methotrexate monotherapy. She is a member of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate people and lives 90 miles from our rheumatology clinic. She currently has moderate disease activity, indicating the need for additional treatment. She does not have her own…

Filed under:EthicsGuidancePractice Support Tagged with:DisparitiesEthics Forumhealth disparitiesrural rheumatologytelemedicine

Nurse Practitioners Deliver as Part of the Rheumatology Team

Leslie Mertz, PhD  |  October 12, 2023

The upcoming 2023 Nurse Practitioner Week, Nov. 12–18, was good reason for Debbie Durkee, RN, MSN, FNP-C, to reflect on the profession and its growth, her years in practice, and the importance of active participation in the ARP. Unlike many who go into the field, Ms. Durkee never felt drawn to nursing as a child,…

Filed under:Interprofessional PerspectivePractice SupportWorkforce Tagged with:Association of Rheumatology Professionals (ARP)nurse practitioner

What’s Holding Back Biomarker Innovation, & How Can We Solve It?

Donald Thomas, MD, FACP, FACR, RhMSUS, & Jason Liebowitz, MD  |  October 11, 2023

Think about it. Most rheumatology labs are stuck in the 1960s. Translational biomarker research looks excellent on paper and in theory. However, many barriers exist from the bench to the bedside. This article highlights this problem for the rheumatology community and proposes practical solutions. Case in Point For an example, let’s examine systemic lupus erythematosus…

Filed under:OpinionSpeak Out Rheum Tagged with:Biomarkersinsurance coveragelaboratory tests

Break Barriers: Engaging Diverse Participants in Clinical Trials for Patients with Lupus

Jason Liebowitz, MD, FACR  |  September 14, 2023

Misinformation, fear and not having a trusted partner in the medical sector are just a few of the barriers that prevent patients of color from being adequately represented in research and clinical trials for lupus. Experts and patient advocates addressed how to remove these barriers and more during the 2023 ACR Diversification of Clinical Trials Summit.

Filed under:ConditionsMeeting ReportsSystemic Lupus Erythematosus Tagged with:clinical trialsDiversitypatient education

Late Summer 2023’s Awards, Appointments & Announcements in Rheumatology

Gretchen Henkel  |  September 11, 2023

PANLAR Names Eric L. Matteson, MD, a 2023 Master Throughout his career at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., Eric L. Matteson, MD, currently professor of rheumatology, emeritus, actively engaged with his rheumatology colleagues in Latin America. He participated in conferences, worked on South American publications and brought rheumatology fellows to the Mayo Clinic for training….

Filed under:AwardsProfessional Topics Tagged with:Dr. Eric L. MattesonDr. John J. O’SheaMovers & Shakers

In Memoriam: The Far-Reaching Legacy of Naomi Rothfield, MD, MACR

Elizabeth Hofheinz, MPH, MEd  |  August 24, 2023

A tribute to the life and distinguished career of Naomi Rothfield, MD, MACR.

Filed under:Professional TopicsProfiles Tagged with:obituary

ACR White Paper, Position Statement Address Rheumatology’s Benefits

Vanessa Caceres  |  August 17, 2023

A new white paper and position statement from the ACR address the clinical and economic value of rheumatology, including patient outcomes and healthcare cost savings.

Filed under:Uncategorized Tagged with:ACR position statementsvalue

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