Patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), poly-/dermatomyositis (PM/DM), or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) appear to carry the greatest risk for developing connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD)
Online Medical Information Adds New Dimension to Patients’ Discussions with Doctors
Patients and rheumatologists find pros and cons in Web-based research
Strategic Thinking to Advance Rheumatology in the New Year
One of the first efforts this coming year will be the development of the American College of Rheumatology’s (ACR’s) 2013-2016 strategic plan
No Easy Solution for Lack of Transparency in the Practice of Medicine
Several well-publicized episodes highlight the apparent lack of disclosure of conflicts of interest in medicine, but will disclosure laws fix the problem or add to the confusion?
Foundation Research Explores Relationship Between RA and Cardiovascular Disease
A grant from the Rheumatology Research Foundation has set two physicians on a course to examine how high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol is different in rheumatoid arthritis patients
Much at Stake for Rheumatology in Lame Duck Session of Congress
Massive mandatory spending cuts—including a near 30% cut to Medicare physician reimbursement—are scheduled to go into effect in January
Welcome New ACR and ARHP Leaders
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) welcomes the newest members of the ACR board of directors and the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (ARHP) executive committee
Meet the 2013 ACR President Audrey B. Uknis, MD
A rheumatologist and professor at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Dr. Uknis was named 2013 president at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) annual business meeting last month
Coding Corner Question: December
Test your coding knowledge for an office visit by a 60-year-old patient with severe rheumatoid arthritis who has an adverse reaction to an infliximab infusion, requiring her IV to be flushed with saline and pushed with diphenhydramine.
Coding Corner Answer: December Coding Challenge
Coding for an office visit by a patient with severe rheumatoid arthritis who experiences an adverse reaction to an infliximab infusion and has her IV flushed with saline and pushed with diphenhydramine.
Money Matters in Running a Rheumatology Practice
As the practice owner, you need to understand all of the in-house finance systems and functions
Facebook Chats Link Healthcare Providers with Patients
Facebook chats organized by the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City help rheumatologists convey information online to patients
The ACR Honors Contributions to Rheumatology
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recognizes a group of distinguished individuals for their contributions to rheumatology research, education, and patient care
ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting 2012: Spondylarthritis Criteria Changing Landscape of the Disease
More finely tuned view of ankylosing spondylitis leads to better treatment, expert says
How to Bring the Physician-Patient Relationship to a Peaceful End
Direct communication and a concern for the patient’s welfare should guide the process of terminating a physician-patient relationship
CORRONA Team Provides Data-Based Tool to Address Rheumatology’s Questions
The Consortium of Rheumatology Researchers of North America (CORRONA) patient registry collects a host of treatment and disease indicators for a variety of rheumatic diseases at every physician visit
Ethical Concerns Influence What Constitutes Clear and Full Disclosure for Physicians
Money received from industry by physicians who can influence medical practice by their research, opinions, or roles in decision-making bodies should be clearly and fully disclosed
Ethics in Patients’ End-of-Life Care Compound Therapeutic Challenges for Rheumatologists
While end-of-life decisions are not frequently encountered in day-to-day practice, rheumatologists should be familiar with the ethical challenges that may arise when caring for patients in the ICU