vital research
Increase federal funding for programs engaged in vital research to combat rheumatic diseases.
Telehealth
Ensure long-term, viable patient access to telehealth services by resolving inter-state licensing issues and preserving reimbursement parity for virtual visits.
Prior Authorization
Streamline the prior authorization process in Medicare.
Medicare Reimbursement
Stave off current cuts and work towards a long-term, sustainable solution to Medicare physician payment.
Step Therapy
Codify exceptions to step therapy requirements where patient health is at-risk.
Medical Workforce
Support expansion of the rheumatology workforce by adequately funding Graduate Medical Education and permanently repealing the cap on Medicare funded training positions.
Drug Pricing
Increase transparency required for pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) operations and drug pricing mechanisms, including reporting requirements for rebates and drug price increases.