The Florida Society of Rheumatology (FSR) has a comprehensive mission aimed at advancing the field of rheumatology and supporting rheumatologists in Florida.

• Representation: Advocating for the interests of rheumatologists in Florida and acting as their professional society.
• Education: Providing educational resources for rheumatologists, other physicians, paramedical personnel, patients, and the community.
• Economic Monitoring: Keeping track of economic issues affecting medical practice.
• Third-Party Education: Informing third-party payors about the nature and requirements of rheumatology treatments.
• Negotiation: Representing rheumatology in discussions with governmental and private payors.
• Recognition: Promoting rheumatologists as the preferred providers for arthritis, chronic pain, osteoporosis, and musculoskeletal diseases.
• Diversity: Striving for diversity in leadership and membership.
• Medical Liability Insurance Program: Competitive malpractice insurance rates, enhanced claims defense, and greater control over coverage.
• Efforts for Betterment: Engaging in educational, administrative, and legislative efforts to improve rheumatology practices and patient care in Florida.

Annual Dues: $200 (retired members are exempt from dues).

Membership Term: January 1 – December 31.

Eligibility for Membership

• Physicians: Actively practicing physicians who devote a significant portion of their practice to rheumatology and are members of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) or certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the Rheumatology subsection.

• Allied Health Professionals: Medical staff associated with FSR physician members.
  

• Retired Members: Formerly practicing FSR members.
  

Note: PharmDs, PhDs, and Medical Science Liaisons are not eligible for membership.

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Florida Rheumatology Society Membership Dues Tax Implications: 

Dues are not deductible as a charitable expense but they may be deductible as a business expense according to the IRS. 

100% of your dues were used for direct lobbying expenses and may not be deducted as a business expense.    

PAC Donations are not deductible as a charitable or business expense.