The CMS 2020 Proposed Rule for the Quality Payment Program, released July 29, contains several key changes relevant to MIPS-eligible clinicians.
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Multiple Interferons, Including IFNB1, May Play a Role in SLE
A recent gene expression analysis found an enriched downstream interferon signature, with predominantly IFNB1 signatures in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients. The study also found lower expression of all downstream interferon signatures in the kidneys of lupus nephritis patients…
Medical Professionals Link the Word ‘Career’ with Men
(Reuters Health)—Researchers who examined implicit and explicit gender biases in the U.S. medical community found professionals of both genders are more likely to associate the word career with men and the word family with women. And U.S. surgeons broadly see surgery as a man’s career and family medicine as a woman’s field, the researchers also…

Jinoos Yazdany, MD, MPH, Advances RISE Through the Registries and Health IT Committee
With her combined expertise in rheumatology and informatics, Dr. Yazdany is leading the ACR’s Registries and Health Information Technology Committee to create a national health IT infrastructure that advances rheumatology practice.
CMS Proposes Major Payment Increases for E/M Services
CMS estimates that under their proposal, released July 29, rheumatologists would see on average a 15% payment increase, beginning in 2021.
Healthcare Professionals Can Tap the ARP for Assistance
The ARP has a lot to offer members, including training and professional development, patient resources and volunteer match opportunities.
RheumPAC Advocates for Department of Defense Arthritis Research Funding
The ACR’s nonpartisan political action committee is continuing to advocate for increased defense department funding for rheumatology research. Learn about RheumPAC’s efforts and how you can help.
Practical, Diverse Knowledge: A Preview of 2019’s ARP Sessions
From insights into mentoring and statistics to integrating virtual reality into a patient’s rehab—the educational sessions offered during the ACR/ARP Annual Meeting will be practical, yet innovative and inspiring…
Pets May Help Older Adults Manage Chronic Pain
(Reuters Health)—People with pets may be able to use their companion animals to practice techniques for managing chronic pain without medication, researchers say. In focus group interviews, pet owners over age 70 with chronic pain said their pets brought them joy and laughter, helped them relax, kept them active and promoted other good habits that…
Rheumatology Education Reboot: Fresh, Interactive Session Formats at the 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
The ACR is known for excellence in rheumatology education—and 2019 will be no exception. This year’s annual meeting offers innovative session formats and user-friendly, interactive approaches to learning…
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