In sessions in the business of rheumatology track, rheumatology practice leaders will share ways to manage payer complexities head-on while also improving patient care.
The newest ICD-10 code set went into effect on Oct. 1 and includes more than 400 new and revised diagnosis codes and headers. In September, the ACR also proposed a new diagnosis code that will undergo a public comment period and consideration for inclusion in a future update.
Editor’s note: As states prepare for Hurricane Milton, at least 223 people have died and hundreds are still unaccounted for in the destruction wrought by Hurricane Helene on Sept. 26. North and South Carolina, as well as Tennessee, were hard hit, and the U.S. medical system is being tested. Headlines include: “Helene Nearly Turned a…
The Underwater Biosimilars Coalition will meet with the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission to discuss concerns about inadequate reimbursement for certain biosimilars, which has limited beneficiary access to these lower-cost alternative therapies.
The American Medical Association and ACR Insurance Subcommittee offer support and guidance to help practices recognize and push back against downcoded payments for evaluation and management services.
Ethical conduct is the cornerstone of any professional organization, particularly when its decisions have an impact on public health. The ACR recognizes the importance of upholding ethical standards and has established a Code of Ethics to guide its members. Here we explore the practical application of the ACR’s Code of Ethics.1 Manage Potential Conflicts Central…
Improving reimbursement for underwater biosimilars is just one example of how the ACR’s practice advocates have achieved solutions to members’ insurance challenges. Here’s a look at current ACR efforts in insurance advocacy and how to get help with your own insurance challenges.