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Don’t Get Lost in Translation: Helping rheumatology Patients with Limited English Skills

Vanessa Caceres | January 1, 2010

Helping rheumatology patients with limited English skills

Building on Accomplishments

E. William St.Clair, MD | December 1, 2009

As I assume the presidency of the REF, I reflect on the accomplishments of the organization over the past two years, and I wish to thank my immediate predecessor, Leslie J. Crofford, MD, for her tremendous leadership. The achievements of the REF during her term have been truly impressive.

Medicare Bills Under the Magnifying Glass

Christopher Guadagnino, PhD | December 1, 2009

What you need to know about the Recovery Audit Contractor program

Your Patients Can Make a Difference—Get Them Involved with Advocacy!

Staff | November 1, 2009

Personal stories are the most effective way to communicate an issue to Congress. No one can better illustrate the complex nature of healthcare policy decisions and how they affect medical care than those involved daily in the medical profession.

Experiencing EULAR: An ARHP Perspective

Pamela J. Degotardi, PhD | November 1, 2009

I’m writing this column in my hotel room in rainy, somewhat chilly, Copenhagen. So much for the summer dresses that I packed in preparation for attending this European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) meeting. Instead it’s been all about layering and trying to stay dry, dodging puddles, and struggling with blown-out umbrellas. The rain has impeded any desire to explore Tivoli gardens, but it hasn’t dampened the friendliness and welcome of our European counterparts in EULAR’s Allied Health Professionals (AHP) standing committee.

A New Home for the ACR

Anna Phillips | November 1, 2009

The Atlanta headquarters are moving to a building purchased by the College

Another Vocabulary for Rheumatology Research

Gretchen Henkel | October 1, 2009

Matt Liang, MD, MPH, addresses patients’ authentic concerns

Hypercoagulable States in Rheumatic Disease

Gretchen Henkel | September 1, 2009

Prevention and management strategies continue to evolve

Pearls for Preauthorization

Staff | September 1, 2009

Over the next several months, “From the College” will offer practical tips on improving office management guidelines, putting the latest healthcare information technology to work for you, and coding. This month, “From the College” offers some pearls for preauthorization.

Value-Driven Healthcare Moving Into Your Practice

Staff | September 1, 2009

In last month’s issue, “From the College” gave a brief overview of the theory of value-driven healthcare; in this month’s edition, we’ll move from the theory of value-driven healthcare to its implementation in today’s healthcare system.