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What is ICD-9 Coding?

From the College | August 1, 2010

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.

Rheumatology and the Patient-Centered Home

J. Timothy Harrington, MD, and Eric D. Newman, MD | July 1, 2010

Is it the end of the tunnel or an oncoming train?

The ACR Benchmark Survey Results

From the College | June 1, 2010

In 2009, the ACR’s Committee on Rheumatologic Care (CORC) began its third Economic Benchmark Survey to update information from the previous surveys conducted in 1999 and 2003.

Colcrys Approval Triggers Questions

Kurt Ullman | May 1, 2010

Some rheumatologists question the depth of research and the approval’s implications for patient access

What Can Clinical Decision Support Do for You?

From the College | May 1, 2010

The current health system places increasing pressure on physicians and their practices to find new and innovative ways to maximize reimbursement through the implementation of programs and workflows that ensure the delivery of higher quality care—all while the ever-increasing needs of the patient population are placing a greater demand on physician time.

A Glance at the Evolving Rheumatology Practice

From the College | April 1, 2010

The healthcare delivery environment is ever evolving and has experienced rapid growth in the past few decades. These changes are reflected within rheumatology practices in how the rheumatology care team interacts with patients and how patients manage their care.

Arthritis Foundation Honors Two Rheumatology Professionals

Terry Hartnett | March 1, 2010

Honorees’ accomplishments include discovering new RA drugs and exceptional volunteer leadership

Our Multidisciplinary Approach: Diversity of Opinion Makes ACR Stronger

Stanley B. Cohen, MD, and Linda Ehrlich-Jones, PhD, RN | March 1, 2010

Diversity of opinion makes our organization stronger

Nuts and Bolts of Contract Negotiations for Young Physicians

Gretchen Henkel | February 1, 2010

Nuts and bolts of contract negotiations for young physicians

Tips for Conducting a Market Analysis

From the College | February 1, 2010

Given the weakened economy, today’s rheumatology practice must be proactive, understand the market in which it operates, and plan for the future. Conducting a competitive market analysis is a critical first step toward the financial success of any medical practice.