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RPA is the trusted voice and advocate for nephrology practice, equipping kidney care professionals with unmatched expert guidance in reimbursement policy, clinical operations, and practice sustainability.
02/27/2026
RPA is the trusted voice and advocate for nephrology practice, equipping kidney care professionals with unmatched expert guidance in reimbursement policy, clinical operations, and practice sustainability. Through education, leadership development, and policy-driven advocacy, RPA drives innovation and promotes access to the delivery of patient-centered kidney care.
Invest in your growth, and in the future of nephrology, with RPA. Join Now and use code RPA26 to save!
The RPA Practice Managers (PM) Edge series returns in 2026 with four essential sessions designed to help nephrology practice managers navigate today's most pressing operational challenges.
April 29: Authorizations and Referrals.
June 10: Down Coding and Denials.
September 23: Nephrology Practice Toolkit.
November 4: Succession Planning for Practice Managers.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your practice management skills and connect with fellow nephrology PM professionals! Registration opening soon for the 2026 RPA PM Edge education series at www.renalmd.org.
02/25/2026
Don’t Miss RPA 2026 – Where Innovation Meets Inspiration!
Join us in Atlanta, April 16–19, for an unforgettable experience at the RPA Annual Meeting. This year’s program is packed with cutting-edge sessions on the hottest topics shaping kidney care and healthcare at large. And that’s just the beginning. Prepare to be moved by the Louis Diamond Lecture, featuring Nate Robinson, former NBA star turned kidney health advocate. Nate’s powerful story of resilience, from learning about his kidney condition while playing for the New York Knicks to navigating the journey toward transplant, will leave you inspired and motivated. Seats are filling fast, secure your spot today and be part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of nephrology!
RPA 2026 brings together the most relevant, forward-thinking education in nephrology designed to equip clinicians, APPs, and practice leaders with tools they can use immediately.
This year’s sessions dive into the realities of today’s kidney care environment, including navigating health policy, optimizing EHR workflows, addressing burnout and workforce challenges, strengthening business operations, and adopting AI safely and effectively in practice.
You will have the pleasure of listening to and gleaming from “Medical Mythbuster,” Joel Bervell. Joel Bervell is a Ghanaian-American doctor and science communicator reshaping how the world talks about medicine, race, and equity.
With over one million followers and 300 million views, Bervell is leading a movement that brings transparency, accountability, and humanity to healthcare. His work exposes the hidden biases that shape medical systems, and empowers audiences to challenge them.
Reserve your spot to hear the “Medical Mythbuster,” Joel Bervell.
RPA 2026 ANNUAL MEETING April 16
02/24/2026
Gain a greater understanding of the federal and regulatory requirements for proper nephrology coding, billing and documentation at the 2026 RPA Coding and Billing Workshop. Reserve your spot as spaces are filling up. https://www.renalmd.org/page/codingandbillingworkshop
02/23/2026
Embark on a transformative journey towards building a thriving clinical research program within your nephrology practice.
This comprehensive clinical trials bootcamp jointly presented by RPA and ISGD, taking place on April 16, 2026, immediately preceding the RPA 2026 Annual Meeting, equips you with the strategic insights and practical expertise to establish a successful research initiative.
Uncover the blueprint for crafting a robust business plan, maximizing ROI, and navigating essential collaborations with pathologists, infusion clinics, and cross-specialty teams.
Leverage proven best practices and sidestep common pitfalls, empowering you to participate in groundbreaking trials regardless of your practice size. Visit the RPA website for more information and to register.
Accurate coding protects both reimbursement and compliance. One common issue in nephrology practices is mismatching time-based coding with MDM complexity. Reviewing documentation requirements and ensuring consistency across visit notes can help prevent denials and strengthen practice sustainability. Clear processes today reduce costly errors tomorrow. Register for the 2026 RPA Nephrology Coding & Billing Workshop, April 16, Atlanta GA.
02/20/2026
RPA is the trusted voice and advocate for nephrology practice, equipping kidney care professionals with unmatched expert guidance in reimbursement policy, clinical operations, and practice sustainability. Through education, leadership development, and policy-driven advocacy, RPA drives innovation and promotes access to the delivery of patient-centered kidney care.
Invest in your growth, and in the future of nephrology, with RPA. Become an RPA Member Now and use code RPA26 to save!
02/19/2026
Embark on a transformative journey towards building a thriving clinical research program within your nephrology practice.
This comprehensive clinical trials bootcamp jointly presented by RPA and ISGD, taking place on April 16, 2026, immediately preceding the RPA 2026 Annual Meeting, equips you with the strategic insights and practical expertise to establish a successful research initiative.
Uncover the blueprint for crafting a robust business plan, maximizing ROI, and navigating essential collaborations with pathologists, infusion clinics, and cross-specialty teams.
Leverage proven best practices and sidestep common pitfalls, empowering you to participate in groundbreaking trials regardless of your practice size.
RPA President Gary Singer Headlines Congressional Briefing on Kidney Models
Last month, RPA President Gary Singer, MD, was a panelist at a Congressional briefing sponsored by Accountable for Health (A4H), the Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC), and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Dr. Singer discussed the differing paths for kidney patients in Medicare fee for service vs. being in coordinated care models like the Kidney Care Choices CMMI payment model.
02/17/2026
Accurate coding protects both reimbursement and compliance. Reviewing documentation requirements and ensuring consistency across visit notes can help prevent denials and strengthen practice sustainability. Register for the 2026 RPA Nephrology Coding & Billing Workshop, April 16, Atlanta GA.
Registration is now open for the upcoming Coding & Billing Workshop. This session is designed to support professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of current coding and billing practices, improve accuracy, and stay informed on key updates.
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Since 1973, the Renal Physicians Association (RPA) has been dedicated to representing and serving nephrology practitioners in their pursuit and delivery of quality renal health care. RPA is a non-profit 501c6 national nephrology specialty medical association. It has grown to more than 3,500 members serving kidney patients nationwide. Our programs focus in the areas of practice management, public policy and quality patient care. We are the voice of nephrology practice and a committed advocate to the renal community, payers and federal policy makers. Our membership is comprised of physicians, physician assistants, advanced nurse practitioners and practice managers. These nephrology healthcare providers are engaged in diverse activities, including the practice of medicine, teaching, research, administration and they are devoted to improving the care of patients with kidney disease and related disorders. We provide timely and relevant programs along with current nephrology tools and resources to make certain our members maintain their highest level of professional satisfaction.
Our Strategic Direction
Our Vision
RPA is the recognized advocate for excellence in nephrology practice.
Our Mission
RPA represents and serves the interests of nephrology practitioners in their pursuit and delivery of quality renal health care.
Our Core Principles
RPA strongly believes in:
•Facilitating high quality, efficient, and ethical renal care
•Promoting the leadership role of the nephrologist in defining renal care policies and practices
•Advancing professionalism—honesty, integrity, accountability, and adherence to scientific principles
•Ensuring equitable compensation for quality care
•Recognizing that the intersection of accountability and quality is an important and necessary component of excellence
Our Strategic Priorities
Advocacy:
RPA is the definitive advocate for nephrology practice influencing economic and public policy, representing the collective voice of practicing nephrologist.
Professional and Business Success:
Nephrology practices will have the tools and knowledge to achieve professional and business success.
High Quality Patient Care:
Nephrology practices will have the mechanisms to deliver high quality, safe patient care in an economically feasible manner.
