Abstract Number: 185 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Effect of Pre-Appointment Consult Triage on Patient Selection and Revenue Generation in a University Rheumatology Practice
Background/Purpose: Academic hospital leadership puts a priority on all patients (pts) having access to subspecialists. Often the demand for rheumatology consultation exceeds the ability to…Abstract Number: 186 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Paediatric Musculoskeletal (MSK) Triage in the Community – Rightpath – a Pilot Study
Background/Purpose: We are piloting a children and young people (CYP) community-based triage (called Rightpath) based on a validated adult MSK triage model developed by Pennine…Abstract Number: 196 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Patient Assistance Program Outcomes in a Community Clinic Setting
Background/Purpose: Uninsured rheumatic disease patients are at risk for inadequate treatment due to issues with access to care, such as medication costs that average at…Abstract Number: 213 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Perception of Access to Mental Health Services in Publicly Insured Vs Privately Insured Patients with Rheumatic Diseases
Background/Purpose: To assess perception of access to mental health services (MHS) and utilization of those services based on participant’s insurance type. We compared responses of…Abstract Number: 419 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Abatacept Initiation in Chilean Patients with Long Lasting Rheumatoid Arthritis. Hospital Padre Hurtado Experience
Background/Purpose: Since the year 2016 Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients in the Chilean public health system can access biologic treatment if they have active disease refractory…Abstract Number: 882 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
A New Model of Care for Improving Early Rheumatology Access of Psoriatic Arthritis Patients
Background/Purpose: The prevalence of undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in psoriasis patients is high, with delays in diagnosis contributing to poor patient outcomes. We aimed to…Abstract Number: 1040 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Perceptions of US Community Rheumatologists on Biosimilars
Background/Purpose: Biosimilars contain a highly similar version of the active substance of an already approved biologic or “reference product.”1 Regulatory agencies mandate that safety, efficacy,…Abstract Number: 1051 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Telemedicine for Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Alaska Native Population
Background/Purpose: Access to a rheumatologist and frequent monitoring of disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are associated with higher quality of care and improved outcomes.…Abstract Number: 101 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Rheumatology Care Utilization and Geographic Distance from Rheumatology Sites within the United States Veteran Affairs Health Care System
Background/Purpose: Within the Veteran Affairs (VA) health care system, there are often large geographic distances between patients and rheumatology providers. The purpose of this study…Abstract Number: 114 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
The Effect of Triage Assessments on Identifying Inflammatory Arthritis and Reducing Rheumatology Wait Times in Ontario
Background/Purpose: Excessive delays to rheumatologists have been documented and triage assessments of suspected IA referrals from primary care may be a key strategy to expedite…Abstract Number: 1248 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Access to Care: The Patient Perspective from the 2015 ACR/ARHP Workforce Study
Background/Purpose: The 2015 Workforce Study (WFS) sought to expand our current understanding of the rheumatology workforce utilizing an integrated, patient-centered approach to workforce modeling. Primary…Abstract Number: 1414 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Access to an Active, Interactive Self-Assessment e-Health Platform Improves Patient-Physician Communication in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial Including 320 Patients over 1 Year
Background/Purpose: Electronic (e)-health is a rapidly evolving field. Interactive online services are available and may be useful for patients with chronic diseases such as rheumatoid…Abstract Number: 3061 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Future Challenges in Pediatric Rheumatology: The Role of Graduate Medical Education (GME)
Background/Purpose: The 2015 ACR/AHRP Workforce Study examined the adequacy of the future supply of and demand for rheumatology services in the U.S. Understanding the role…Abstract Number: 3139 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Breaking the Cycle: Analyzing Preventable Hospital Admissions Due to Gout
Background/Purpose: Despite available effective treatment options and published guidelines for gout management, many patients suffer from recurrent gout attacks. Increases in gout prevalence and continued…Abstract Number: 400 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Disease Activity and Health Care Utilization Among Young Adults with Childhood-Onset Lupus Transitioning to Adult Care: Data from the Pediatric Lupus Outcomes Study
Background/Purpose: Individuals with childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (cSLE) must transfer from pediatric- to adult-oriented health care as they enter adulthood. However, few studies have assessed…
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