Resources to Shape Arthritis Care Policy
The Arthritis Foundation advocates for policies that improve care and protect the health and well-being of people with arthritis. Our work is guided by our Ideal Model of Care — a patient-centered framework that supports early diagnosis, affordable treatment, coordinated care and strong research.
Understanding Arthritis Care and Your Role in It
For people living with arthritis, policy decisions can shape how quickly someone receives a diagnosis, whether they can see the right specialist, how much they pay for treatment, and whether they can continue the care that works for them. The Arthritis Foundation advocates for policies that help make care more affordable, more accessible and more patient-centered.
Getting and Staying on Treatment
Can I access and afford the care I need?
We are working to improve access to affordable treatments and reduce insurance barriers that can delay, disrupt or limit care for people with arthritis.
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Building a System that Works for Patients
Will I be able to access the right specialists and services?
We are helping ensure that people with arthritis can access trusted, specialized and evidence-based care when and where they need it.
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Will there be better treatment options in the future?
We are supporting research, innovation and evidence-based approaches that help improve arthritis treatment, expand care options and drive better outcomes over time.
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Policy Priority Issues
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Share Your Story
Sharing your arthritis story helps break down barriers to care. Take 5–10 minutes to answer as many or as few questions as you’d like. Your story supports advocacy and awareness!
ShareRx for Access
Arthritis Foundation’s Rx for Access helps patients navigate insurance, lower drug costs and appeal denied claims. Visit to access toolkits, copay support and step-by-step guidance.
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Become an Arthritis Foundation Advocate and help drive change for people with arthritis. Sign up to take action, share your story and influence policy.
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Protections in North Carolina Medicaid Work Requirements
The Arthritis Foundation joins partners in urging patient protections in North Carolina Medicaid work requirements.
Become an Arthritis Foundation Advocate
Arthritis Foundation Advocates and Ambassadors take their story to the next level through specialized training, assignments and resources. Raise your voice today!