TeleRheumatology Services

TeleRheumatology services

AmplifyMD’s TeleRheumatology services provide expert access to board-certified rheumatologists to assess, diagnose, and treat autoimmune and rheumatic conditions.

Health systems, hospitals, and clinics of all sizes can benefit from AmplifyMD’s inpatient and outpatient TeleRheumatology solutions. From managing diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus to addressing chronic pain and inflammation, our TeleRheumatology programs provide high-quality care when in-person rheumatology services are unavailable.

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The benefits of TeleRheumatology services – better access.

There aren’t enough rheumatologists in most communities, and studies indicate the demand for rheumatology services will significantly outpace supply in the years ahead.

According to the ACR, there will be an estimated shortage of 4,000+ rheumatologists by 2030
93% of rural counties have zero adult rheumatologists
48% of urban counties have no adult rheumatologists
Patients referred to a rheumatologist often wait months for an appointment

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Our impact

225+

Active locations

50

State footprint

100,000+

Consults annually

TeleRheumatology frequently asked questions

What is TeleRheumatology?

TeleRheumatology uses telemedicine technology to connect hospitals and clinics with board-certified rheumatologists, ensuring timely and specialized care for acute and chronic autoimmune and rheumatic conditions. These services include consultations for complex cases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, support for chronic disease management, and outpatient follow-up care, helping to deliver high-quality care across settings.

How long does it take to implement a TeleRheumatology program?

What type of telemedicine equipment is required for a TeleRheumatology program?

What types of conditions can be treated by a TeleRheumatology company?

TeleRheumatology programs provide expert care for a wide range of diseases of the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons, as well as autoimmune and immune-mediated disorders. TeleRheumatologists provide support with inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services when an in-person rheumatologist is unavailable. Common reasons for a TeleRheumatology consult include joint pain, fatigue, a fever of unknown origin, and positive ANA or other inflammatory marker.

Conditions diagnosed and treated by rheumatologists may include:

Rheumatoid arthritis
Lupus
Psoriatic arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Fibromyalgia
Gout and pseudogout
Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
Vasculitis
Tendonitis
Scleroderma and Sjogren’s syndrome
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Sarcoidosis
Paget’s disease

Can we use the AmplifyMD virtual care platform with our own rheumatologists?

“Being a rural hospital, it would be impossible to provide our community with the specialty services that we do without AmplifyMD. They are forward thinking and focused on providing a quality product, with extraordinary customer support!”

-CEO, FL