Rheumatology

Rheumatologists diagnose and treat connective tissue and autoimmune diseases that affect joints. This includes:

• Lupus
• Osteoporosis
• Polymyalgia rheumatica
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Sarcoidosis
• Scleroderma
• Sjogren’s disease
• Spondyloarthropathies
• Vasculitis and related diseases

Many common joint diseases can also be treated by primary care providers. Patients may be referred to a rheumatologist if the disease is difficult to diagnose or concerns remain for underlying inflammatory conditions. These include:

• Osteoarthritis
• Fibromyalgia

Becoming a patient

A physician referral is required.

Bring to every appointment

• Insurance card
• Photo ID
• An up-to-date list of medicines you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, and cold remedies.
• List of allergies

Prescription refills

Please call your pharmacy to request a refill, and they can request a refill from our clinic. Allow 48 to 72 hours for prescriptions to be refilled. Controlled substances, including narcotics, will not be refilled early.

Payments

Expect to pay your insurance copayment on the day of your visit.