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Permanent HCPCS Level II Coding for Organon’s biosimilars to PROLIA (denosumab) and XGEVA (denosumab) is now effective. Q-code: Q5162

We want to make you aware of a new CMS requirement that requires your urgent attention to avoid potential disruption to eligibility checks and benefit investigations performed on your behalf by Amgen.

The national conversation around Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) often centers on drug pricing. In rheumatology practices, however, the impact goes far beyond cost. It affects operations, financial stability, physician morale, and—most importantly—patient access to care.

Winter weather disruptions are becoming more frequent—and more unpredictable. For rheumatology practices, the impact goes far beyond delayed appointments. Weather-related closures can disrupt temperature-sensitive medications, staffing availability, patient prioritization, and drug deliveries, all while rescheduling becomes increasingly difficult.

SLEDAI-2K is a Global Disease Index used to assess disease activity in patients with SLE.¹ There is an extensive range of disease activity indices of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) based on clinical studies and trials. However, many are complex given the intent for which they were created. The SLEDAI-2K tool is often used in clinical trials to measure SLE disease activity…

Effective October 1, 2025, new ICD-10-CM codes will be available for use as released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding Rheumatoid Arthritis.

The Access and Reimbursement Resource Guide offers resources to assist with the acquisition of products, including SAPHNELO, and features the....

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern—it’s a frontline issue for every medical practice, particularly in specialty fields like rheumatology. As we continue to embrace digital systems for billing, records, and patient communication, the risk of cyberattacks, fraud, and HIPAA violations grows. Practice managers must stay vigilant and proactive, because the consequences of poor cybersecurity ...

July marks Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique challenges faced by children living with arthritis. While arthritis is often associated with older adults, nearly 300,000 children in the United States are affected by some form of juvenile arthritis (JA). This month serves as an opportunity to educate the public, support affected families, and ...

Navigating chronic autoimmune diseases is rarely straightforward, and for many patients, the relationship with their rheumatologist is one of the most crucial in their care journey. Yet, it's not uncommon for patients to transfer out of private rheumatology practices. Whether it's due to logistical, personal, or clinical reasons, understanding these factors can help both patients and providers ...