A recent study showed that, when administered during pregnancy, infliximab takes longer to clear an infant’s system than adalimumab…
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How to Deliver Difficult News about Patients’ Diagnoses
Telling a patient that he or she has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ankylosing spondylitis, fibromyalgia or another debilitating, painful and/or chronic condition can be upsetting for a patient to hear and difficult for a rheumatologist to convey. Given this, it’s important to prepare for the appointment. “Take a few minutes beforehand to contemplate…
Prior Authorization Requests Delay or Prevent Delivery of Needed Meds
Rheumatologist denounces common practice as a time-draining impediment to patient care
Nanoparticle Medicine Delivery Shows Promise
Researchers treated mouse model of systemic lupus erythematous with mycophenolic acid delivered via nanoparticle. (posted June 18, 2013)
Electronic Prescribing: The First Step Towards an Integrated Health Delivery System?
With the introduction of the 2009 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS’s) electronic prescribing incentive program, the door is opening for widespread adoption of health information technology (HIT) within the physician’s practice.
Case Report: Leprosy Masquerading as Relapsing Polychondritis
Autoimmune rheumatic diseases (AIRDs) are known for their systemic presentations and multi-organ involvement. Numerous infectious diseases, particularly mycobacterial, fungal and indolent bacterial infections endemic to specific geographic regions, present with varied signs and symptoms of multi-system involvement and can mimic AIRDs. Thus, differentiating infection from an AIRD is critical to resolve competing treatment approaches. This…
ACR Offers Resources & Personalized Help for Practice Management Questions
ACR staff can help members navigate questions on all areas of practice management.
Business of Rheumatology Manual: A Preview of What’s to Come
Revisions of the handbook to reflect an evolving healthcare landscape are underway, led by the Committee on Rheumatologic Care, Community Practice Council and Insurance Subcommittee. The first new chapters will be available in fall 2024.
Coagulation Education: Treatment Options for Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Dr. Maria Tektonidou discussed the latest recommendations for the treatment of patients with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), including obstetric and thrombotic subtypes.
The Truth About Remote Care
Long wait times for appointments, the rheumatologist shortage in rural areas—does telehealth solve some aspects of access to care for rheumatology patients? Three experts highlighted the data on remote care, unveiling surprising truths and misconceptions.