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Rheumatology

Your healthcare should be as unique as you are. California Specialty Pharmacy (CSP) delivers personalized, patient-centered care for people with acute and chronic rheumatic conditions. Through close collaboration with patients, healthcare providers, payors, manufacturers, and health systems, we help create a seamless, cohesive treatment experience.
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Rheumatology at a glance.

Rheumatology is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing rheumatic diseases that affect the joints, bones, muscles, and connective tissues. These conditions can be complex and often require an individualized approach to care.  

Rheumatic conditions affect people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, though some diseases have specific demographic patterns. They often cause discomfort and disrupt daily life, with symptoms like pain and reduced mobility.  

Treatment aims to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life, typically including medications like anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, and sometimes surgery. 

We have expertise in supporting these rheumatic conditions:   

  • Ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
  • Enthesitis
  • Gout
  • Inflammatory myopathies
  • Myositis
  • Polymyositis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus

Expertise and specialized care at every step of your healthcare journey.

Our specialty pharmacy and infusion services offer people with rheumatic conditions the convenience, comfort, and access to the care they deserve. We’re here to guide patients every step of the way so they receive the best possible treatment and unwavering support. 

Clinical support services

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Personalized Care Plans

Our clinical team creates a personalized care plan that takes a holistic view of each patient—considering diagnosis, disease progression, symptoms, medical history, current medications, demographics, and lifestyle—to help maximize the benefits of their prescribed therapy.   

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Ongoing Assessments

Patient’s overall condition, disease progression, medication impact, and any side effects or adverse reactions are monitored by our start-of-care and ongoing assessments.

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Infusion Monitoring and Support

We closely monitor patient infusions before, during, and after treatment to address questions, concerns, and any potential side effects or adverse events.   

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Infusion Supplies and Equipment

We provide all necessary equipment and supplies so patients can take their medications as instructed.   

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24/7 Pharmacy Support

Our clinical experts are available 24/7 to answer questions and address any concerns throughout treatment.

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Side Effect Monitoring and Support

We help patients manage side effects and communicate any reactions to their providers to determine the best path forward.  

Patient support services

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Insurance and Benefit Support

Our patient care coordinators (PCCs) guide patients through their benefit summaries, provide financial and copay assistance, and optimize prescriptions for processing.

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Prior Authorization and Appeal Assistance

If a patient’s insurance requires prior authorization or an appeal, we can help coordinate the process.

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Financial and Copay Assistance

We believe cost should never be a barrier to treatment. Our financial coordinators assess each patient’s needs and help explore options to cover medication costs. We adhere to all state and federal guidelines for financial assistance with medication. 

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Efficient Medication Delivery

Patient safety and comfort are among our top priorities. We offer medication delivery to a patient’s home, provider’s office, or one of our infusion centers for convenient administration.  

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Continuous Education and Counseling

Our highly trained team offers ongoing education and counseling on conditions and medications to provide peace of mind and support adherence.  

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Medication Refill and Adherence Support

Our proactive, timely refill reminders help ensure patients never miss a dose.  

Comprehensive medications and biosimilars for effective rheumatic care

With specialized expertise in complex therapies and medication administration, CSP delivers personalized, high-quality care tailored to each patient.   

Supporting every step of the treatment journey, we provide access to the latest medications and collaborate closely with healthcare providers to deliver improved health outcomes. Check out the list of medications and biosimilars that we offer. 

Contact us to learn more about our full range of medications and biosimilars.

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You are more than a diagnosis—Get started with CSP today.

At CSP, our goal is to help you return to an empowering routine. Through comprehensive clinical and patient services, we handle the complexities of managing rheumatic conditions so you can focus on what matters most.  

Are you curious about your insurance coverage for specific treatments? Our experienced team is here to investigate your benefits on your behalf.   

Do you have questions about your medications? We can provide the answers and support you need—just fill out our brief online form.  

Contact CSP for reduced stress, clear options, and peace of mind on your healthcare journey.