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A Meeting of the Minds for RA Research

Thomas R. Collins | August 1, 2011

REF investigators gather to share research progress and trade advice

It Takes All Kinds

David Borenstein, MD, and Nadine T. James, RN, PhD | July 12, 2011

A look at the rheumatology practice team

It is essential for coders to understand the rules of engagement, especially when it comes to correct coding and using the most up-to-date coding tools. Those who interact with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), or insurance companies also have the experience of dealing with the countless coding rules and guidelines.

Advocating with You

Laurie Hughell, PA-C, MPH | June 13, 2011

Why I Am an Advocate

Pearls for Medical Record Standards

Staff | June 13, 2011

A medical record contains documentation of a patient’s medical history and care. These records include a patient’s entire history with personal and confidential information. Every medical record should have accurate and precise documentation to support diagnoses, justify treatment, and make sure that there is a connection for continuous care among healthcare providers.

RX for Practice Overload?

Gretchen Henkel | June 13, 2011

Rheumatology physician assistants are becoming a more common and important resource for busy practices

Practice Page

Staff | May 16, 2011

Incident-To: What Are The Guidelines?

Documenting the Patient’s Story: Consider a Scribe

Melesia Tillman, CPC, CRHC, CHA | April 13, 2011

You probably prefer to spend less time documenting a patient visit and more time actually interacting with the patient, right? If so, you may want to consider hiring a scribe.

Opioids More Dangerous than other Analgesics for Elderly

Sue Pondrom | April 13, 2011

Safety events vary among different opioids