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Pediatric Rheumatologists Increasing in Number but Still Rare

Catherine Kolonko | July 10, 2012

Initiatives are growing the ranks and helping to ensure access in remote areas.

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.

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.

Medical Practice Mergers: Being Bigger Has its Advantages

Steven M. Harris, Esq. | May 8, 2012

A merger of medical practices can provide significant and long-term benefits to a rheumatology practice. However, a number of difficult decisions and legal issues must be addressed.

Basics of Biologic Joint Reconstruction

Andreas Gomoll, MD | April 6, 2012

For young patients especially, this can delay knee replacement and provide better outcomes.

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.

Terminate Staff with Caution

Steven M. Harris, Esq. | April 6, 2012

Key principles that will help facilitate terminations that bring cost-effective finality to the employment relationship.

Time Is Important Factor in E/M Coding

Staff | February 3, 2012

It is not unusual for rheumatologists to spend significant time during an office visit reviewing new and/or existing problems, modifying medications, counseling, and coordinating care, but is this additional time reimbursable?

Practice Page: Using Denials Management to Maximize Reimbursements

Staff | February 3, 2012

Denials management is a growing issue in physician practices nationwide, and your practice could be losing tens of thousands of dollars yearly if you do not have a denials-management strategy in place.