The ACR Research and Education Foundation turns 25
What is ICD-9 Coding?
The International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification, 9th Revision (ICD-9 CM) is a list of codes intended for the classification of diseases and a wide variety of signs, symptoms, abnormal findings, complaints, social circumstances, and external causes of injury or disease. The numerical format of the diagnosis codes usually ranges from three to five digits that are assigned to a unique category.
Research Offers Hope of New Therapies to Prevent Bone Loss and Destruction
A study recently published in Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases shows promise for potential new therapies to prevent bone loss and bone destruction in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Support for Friends of Rheumatology
RheumPAC—the voluntary, nonpartisan political action committee of the ACR—works to support and elect pro-rheumatology candidates. RheumPAC representatives were busy in May meeting with supporters of the rheumatology community.
Advocates for Arthritis: My First Time on the Hill
When I first read the request for advocates to fly in to Washington D.C., I was intrigued and curious. I’ve heard of visits to Capitol Hill to present important medical issues but was not really sure how the process worked. Politics can seem daunting and complicated, but I know it is necessary to get Congress on board to address medical care. I was excited to be accepted and ready to learn how to best help my patients in the political arena.
What Does Meaningful Use Really Mean?
On July 13, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the publication of the final rule for the electronic health record (EHR) incentive program. The final rule announcement ended the holding pattern for providers eager to make the switch from paper to digital medical records.
Our Commitment to Research
The ACR has a wide range of programs to support investigations in rheumatology
REF Investigators’ Meeting Brings Researchers Together to Search for RA Cure
REF Investigators’ Meeting brings researchers together to search for RA cure
Aggressive Urate Lowering Needed for Gout
Patients with gout at increased risk for cardiovascular disease and adverse event
The Basic Science of the Annual Scientific Meeting
The ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting is the premier event for specialists in the field of rheumatology. At this year’s meeting, basic researchers will have multiple opportunities to increase their knowledge, and there will be something for every interest.
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