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ACR Advances Legislation to Increase Patients’ Access to Biologic Drugs to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Conditions

Staff | March 1, 2013

The Patients’ Access to Treatments Act of 2013 would prevent insurance companies from tacking on an additional cost-sharing fee for the specialty medications

What’s in Store for Rheumatology in the 113th Congress?

Staff | January 1, 2013

In addition to seeking improvements to the Affordable Care Act, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) will promote other legislative healthcare priorities including physician payment reform, patient access to treatment, and funding for medical research

Welcome New ACR and ARHP Leaders

Staff | December 1, 2012

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

Money Matters in Running a Rheumatology Practice

Staff | December 1, 2012

As the practice owner, you need to understand all of the in-house finance systems and functions

Integrate a Marketing Plan to Boost Your Rheumatology Practice

Staff | November 1, 2012

With today’s challenging economy, the need to market is vital for every medical practice—new or established, small or large

Rheumatology Practice Managers Are Essential for Future Success

Benjamin J. Smith, PA-C and James R. O'Dell, MD | October 1, 2012

Open the door to continued practice success with the help of medical practice managers

Nomenclature, Semantics, Jargon, Lingo, Eponyms, Etymology, and Terminology in Rheumatology

Prakash Pispati | October 1, 2012

Why rheumatologists must coin simple, comprehensible terms for what we read, speak and write to our patients

American College of Rheumatology Simple Tasks Campaign Marks One Year

Carol Patton | September 5, 2012

Campaign raises awareness about rheumatologists and rheumatic diseases.

AMA House of Delegates Meeting: Decisions Affecting You

Gary Bryant, MD | August 8, 2012

An overview of some of the issues that were covered during the June 2012 American Medical Association House of Delegates meeting to debate policy.

Managing an In-Office Infusion Practice

Staff | August 8, 2012

The increased utilization of infusible biologics for the treatment of rheumatic diseases has opened the door for you to provide more integrated care for your patients. Having an in-office infusion center gives you the ability to deliver this service to your patients in a familiar and supportive setting.