Legislation & Advocacy

Expressing My Point of View Where it Matters Most—In the Halls of Congress

Herbert S. B. Baraf, MD | July 9, 2012

The change that we desire and need is possible in Washington, D.C.

California Rheumatologists Explore Managed Care, Treatment Options

Larry Beresford | July 9, 2012

Advances in SLE, osteoporosis, and RA highlighted at California Rheumatology Alliance meeting.

Advocacy: It’s a Full-Contact Sport

James R. O'Dell, MD | June 10, 2012

Like so many things, it is about personal connections.

Volunteering Is Informative—and Fun

Alfred E. Denio, MD | June 10, 2012

A former ACR board of directors member chronicles his interpretation of the activities of the board over the past three years, highlighting issues that are likely on the minds of ACR members.

Advocating for Rheumatology: A Patient’s Perspective

Tami Brown | June 10, 2012

I have made it my personal goal to ensure that future patients don’t have to go through the same uncertainty and delayed treatment that I went through.

Maintain Rheumatology’s Seat at the AMA Table

Staff | May 9, 2012

The ACR needs a total of 1,000 AMA members to retain our seat in the American Medical Association Federation. Become a member of the AMA today to ensure that rheumatology retains a stake in policy and reimbursement discussions.

American College of Rheumatology Works with AMA to Strengthen Patient Choice

Staff | May 9, 2012

The Medicare Patient Empowerment Act would allow patients and physicians to enter into private contract arrangements without penalty.

The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) can Help Combat Insurance Frustrations

James R. O’Dell, MD | April 6, 2012

When it comes to dealing with insurance companies, the rules seem to change frequently and always in an arbitrary and capricious way. The ACR is trying its best to protect rheumatologists, but we need your help!

Five Ways to Get Involved in the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Simple Tasks Campaign

Staff | April 6, 2012

Last September, the ACR launched its first public relations campaign, called Simple Tasks. Here are five ways you can become a part of this important campaign.

American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Advocates for Improved Access to Critical Treatments

Staff | April 6, 2012

The ACR is promoting federal legislation to eliminate high cost sharing for specialty tier medications in all states.