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Rheumatology Advocacy Starts at Home

Joseph Flood, MD | August 1, 2014

The ACR expands advocacy efforts to impact state legislatures, local organizations

American College of Rheumatology Wins Accreditation with Commendation by ACCME

From the College | May 1, 2014

Recognition by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education places ACR in top 21% of national organizations offering continuing medical education

Recipients of Ephraim P. Engleman Endowed Resident Research Preceptorship Award in Rheumatology Meet Physician Who Helped Shape Their Careers

From the College | May 1, 2014

Award’s namesake, 103-year-old rheumatologist Ephraim P. Engleman, MD, met 10 winners of research funding established in his name by the Rheumatology Research Foundation in 2006

Verify Patients’ Insurance Eligibility, Coverage Before Office Visits

From the College | March 1, 2014

Physician practices can save time and money if patients’ insurance coverage is verified prior to check-in

Get Ready for the Rheumatology Maintenance of Certification Exam

From the College | January 2, 2013

The Rheumatology Maintenance of Certification Course is designed to help physicians increase their knowledge about the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rheumatic diseases

ACR Research and Education Foundation Meets with NIAMS and AF to Discuss Funding

From the College | July 9, 2012

The ACR Research and Education Foundation (REF) has been working with the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases (NIAMS) to lead discussions about how to best develop the careers of physician-scientists involved in rheumatic disease research.

Coding Corner Question: Eligibility Quiz for Front Office Staff

From the College | January 13, 2012

January’s Coding Challenge

Coding Corner Answer: Eligibility Quiz for Front Office Staff

From the College | January 13, 2012

January’s Coding Answer

ACR Participates in Briefing to Highlight Importance of Biomedical Research

From the College | December 12, 2011

On September 13, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Coalition held a congressional briefing to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the organization’s honoring of congressional champions who have been instrumental in supporting NIAMS and the NIH. The Coalition is a group of more than 70 medical, patient-advocacy, and science-based organizations (including the ACR) dedicated to advancing the critical research of the NIAMS and the NIH. The Coalition’s mission is to elevate understanding of the value of the NIAMS among policy makers and the public to foster increased support of the Institute.

Practice Page: Cross-Train Staff to Improve Practice Management

From the College | April 13, 2011

Cross-training practice staff can enhance office functionality and ensure good customer service