Rheumatology practices can combat declining reimbursements with ancillary services. Experts discuss adding infusion, ultrasound & research services to boost revenue & patient care.
Vanessa Caceres is a freelance medical writer and editor based in Florida. She has a BA in journalism and psychology and a Master's degree in teaching English as a second language/bilingual education. She writes regularly for ophthalmology and rheumatology physician publications, as well as other specialties.
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