Breaking news: Medicare coverage for power wheelchairs

TMA is excited to share the news about Medicare coverage for seat elevation for Medicare beneficiaries using power wheelchairs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made a significant expansion to its coverage policies for individuals relying on power wheelchairs. Effective immediately, Medicare will now cover seat elevation in power wheelchairs for Medicare…

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The Myositis Association announces myositis research awards

COLUMBIA, MD, May 9, 2023 – The Myositis Association announces the awarding of two new research grants to fund basic and applied investigations in myositis diseases. Since 2002, TMA’s annual research funding program has awarded nearly $8.2 million in research support. They are pleased to announce the following research projects selected by TMA’s Board of…

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The Myositis Association Announces Peter Frampton as its Heroes in the Fight – 2023 Patient Ambassador Award Winner

COLUMBIA, MD, April 17, 2023 – The Myositis Association announces its 2023 Patient Ambassador Award recipient is Grammy-winning musician Peter Frampton. This award is presented to a member of the myositis community who has demonstrated extraordinary effort and success raising awareness of myositis diseases within the larger community, raising funds to support TMA and its…

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Stress Less, Live More

Stress doesn’t have to make you sick. There are lots of things you can do to ease the anxiety and tension that comes with too much stress.

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Autoimmune Awareness

March is Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month, but those who live with these conditions face challenges every day.

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