Arizona Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates

What Arizona Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates does

Arizona Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates, P.C. (AARA), founded in 1994 and headquartered in Arizona, is one of the nation's largest multi-site rheumatology specialty practices, operating 12+ active clinic locations across the Phoenix metro area, Tucson, Flagstaff, Prescott, San Tan Valley, and Lake Havasu (with the latter scheduled to open Fall 2026). The practice employs 20+ board-certified rheumatologists supported by Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in a team-based care model, addressing a documented nationwide shortage of rheumatologists. AARA diagnoses and manages autoimmune and rheumatologic conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, osteoporosis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and systemic lupus erythematosus, with specialized sub-brands for Gout Clinic (next-day appointments for flares) and Bone Health/Osteoporosis Clinic (1-2 week appointments).

The practice's service platform integrates in-house ancillary diagnostics (DEXA bone densitometry, X-ray, ultrasound, on-site laboratory), in-office biologic infusion therapy, and two differentiated technology offerings: Rheumera, an insurance-billed Remote Therapeutic Monitoring app launched in 2025 for daily symptom and medication tracking between visits, and SetPoint Therapy, a 2026 first-in-Arizona neuroimmune modulation treatment using an FDA-approved implanted vagus nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis patients. The wholly-owned subsidiary Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Research (AARR) operates a clinical research division across 8 sites, having completed over 400 trials in 25+ years with a 20,000+ patient database, providing pharmaceutical-sourced research revenue.

AARA's revenue model is multi-stream: fee-for-service clinical care billed to Medicare, Medicaid (AHCCCS), and commercial insurance; high-margin in-office biologic infusion services; pharmaceutical-sponsored clinical research through AARR; and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring billed to insurance for Rheumera users. Go-to-market relies on physician-to-physician referrals (with a Luma referral portal) supplemented by direct-to-patient engagement via phone, text, online scheduling, and patient portal. Technology integrations include InteliChart for the patient portal, InstaMed for online bill pay, Sharecare for medical records requests, and Luma for scheduling — all third-party vendors. AARA operates as an independently owned professional corporation led by CEO Angel Magar, with no disclosed private equity, venture capital, or parent company involvement.

Name

Arizona Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates

Legal name

Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C.

Website

https://azarthritis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arizona Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates (AARA) is a multi-site rheumatology specialty practice founded in 1994, operating 12+ Arizona clinic locations with 20+ board-certified rheumatologists providing diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune conditions alongside in-house diagnostics, infusion therapy, clinical research, and remote therapeutic monitoring.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rheumatology and autoimmune disease care

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Autoimmune/Immune Dysregulation Specialty Clinics (HLAKAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Rheumatology Telemedicine Platforms (HLALAGAG)

Keywords

• Rheumatology medical services
• Autoimmune disease treatment
• Infusion therapy services
• Clinical research trials
• Remote therapeutic monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Clinical Care Services: Revenue generated from rheumatologic medical services billed to insurance plans including office visits, procedures, and treatments. Practice accepts most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid (AHCCCS), and commercial insurance.
2. Infusion Therapy: Revenue from biologic infusion therapies administered in-office for autoimmune conditions. AZIV Medical Forms referenced for infusion referrals. Separate infusion scheduling department handles these services.
3. Clinical Research Trials: AARA Clinical Research (AARR) conducts clinical trials for rheumatologic conditions, likely receiving sponsorship payments from pharmaceutical companies for study participation.
4. Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (Rheumera): Rheumera is billed to insurance for remote patient monitoring services. Patients may incur copayments depending on insurance plan (noted for PPO patients).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

AARA provides comprehensive rheumatology care including diagnosis and long-term management of autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions (Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Gout, Osteoporosis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) delivered by 20+ board-certified rheumatologists and APCs across 12+ Arizona clinic locations. Services include office consultations, in-office biologic infusion therapy, in-house diagnostic imaging and laboratory, remote therapeutic monitoring via the Rheumera app, SetPoint Therapy neuroimmune modulation for RA, and clinical trial participation through the AARR research division.

Product overview

Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates (AARA) is a multi-site rheumatology practice offering a unified platform of rheumatologic care services. The core offering centers on board-certified rheumatologist care supplemented by integrated technology products including Rheumera (remote therapeutic monitoring app), SetPoint Therapy (neuroimmune modulation implant), in-house diagnostic services (lab, X-ray, ultrasound, DEXA), and infusion therapy. Additional support modules include the InteliChart patient portal, InstaMed online bill pay, and Luma scheduling/referral systems. The practice also operates specialized sub-brands for Bone Health/Osteoporosis and Gout clinics, plus a clinical research division (AARR) conducting trials across Arizona.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rheumera: Patient care app designed for rheumatology that enables remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM), allowing the Care Team to track disease state between office visits, report flares, symptoms, stiffness, pain, and track medications.
• SetPoint Therapy
• Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Research (AARR)

Products and services

• Rheumatology Care Services Comprehensive rheumatologic care including diagnosis and management of autoimmune disorders, arthritis, and musculoskeletal conditions. Board-certified rheumatologists and care teams provide treatment across multiple Arizona locations for conditions including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Gout, Osteoporosis, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
• Rheumera Remote Therapeutic Monitoring Mobile application enabling patients to track symptoms, flares, stiffness, pain, and medications between office visits. Care teams review data to provide better ongoing care management for rheumatic conditions. Billed to insurance for remote patient monitoring services.
• SetPoint Therapy FDA-approved neuroimmune modulation treatment using an implanted vagus nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis patients. The device delivers precise electrical pulses to activate natural anti-inflammatory immune pathways. First-in-Arizona SetPoint providers. AARA physicians refer patients to trained surgeons for implant placement.
• Bone Health / Osteoporosis Clinic Specialized bone clinic offering expedited osteoporosis appointments. Services include DEXA bone density scans, lab reviews, patient education, dietary guidance, and medication therapy initiation. Appointments available within 1-2 weeks at multiple locations.
• Gout Clinic Specialized gout treatment clinics with next-day appointment availability for acute gout attacks. Services include uric acid testing, synovial fluid analysis, ultrasound imaging, treatment plans, and lifestyle and dietary modifications. Available at multiple Arizona locations.
• In-Office Infusion Therapy In-office infusion suites administering biologic medications for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Available at multiple locations including Chandler, Gilbert (expanded suite), and other facilities. Separate infusion scheduling department handles these services with AZIV medical forms for referrals.
• In-House Diagnostic Services Comprehensive in-house diagnostic capabilities including bone densitometry (DEXA), laboratory testing, X-ray imaging (at Paradise Valley, Avondale, Tucson, Glendale, and Mesa locations), and ultrasound for gout detection and joint assessment.
• Clinical Trials (AARR) Clinical research division (AARR) conducting rheumatology clinical trials across all phases at 8 sites around Arizona. Over 25 years of experience and 400+ completed trials with a patient database of over 20,000 patients. Pharmaceutical-sponsored research participation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of SetPoint Therapy patients did not require the addition of a biologic or JAK inhibitor at 1 year
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lone Star Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner clinic network in Texas. AARA refers patients to their partner clinics in Texas, indicating a regional referral or affiliation relationship for rheumatologic care services.
• SetPoint MedicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst-in-Arizona provider of SetPoint Therapy, a neuroimmune modulation treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. SetPoint Medical manufactures the FDA-approved vagus nerve stimulation device. AARA's physicians refer patients to trained surgeons for implant placement.
• InteliChartcoreTechnology or IntegrationPatient portal technology provider powering AARA's patient portal for messaging, appointment scheduling, prescription renewals, and chart access.
• InstaMedcoreTechnology or IntegrationHealthcare payments platform powering AARA's online bill pay system for patient billing convenience.
• SharecarecoreTechnology or IntegrationHealth information platform partnered with AARA for medical records requests and fulfillment. Patients and third parties can request records through Sharecare's platform.
• Banner|AetnaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAwarded AARA with Aetna's 2025 Workplace Well-being Award recognizing employers with exceptional employee health and wellness programs. Banner|Aetna is a health insurance joint venture.
• Luma HealthcoreTechnology or IntegrationPatient scheduling platform for appointment booking. Used for existing patient appointment scheduling via survey link and physician referral submissions.
• Midwestern UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical students from Midwestern University may spend elective months training at AARA, providing exposure to rheumatologic and musculoskeletal diseases under experienced rheumatologists.
• St. Joseph's and Good Samaritan HospitalsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeaching affiliations with residents from St. Joseph and Good Samaritan Hospitals providing training opportunities in rheumatology.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Articularis Healthcare Group: One of the largest rheumatology medical practice groups in the U.S., operating multi-site rheumatology clinics across multiple states. Highly comparable in care model, scale, and specialty focus.
• Lone Star Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates: A Texas-based multi-site rheumatology practice with an existing referral partnership to AARA. Directly comparable as a multi-site rheumatology group treating autoimmune conditions with in-house infusion and diagnostics.
• PRINE Health: A multi-site specialty medical practice group operating physician-led care teams with infusion services. Comparable in team-based specialty care model and multi-site operational footprint.
• Rheumatology Associates of North Texas: A multi-site rheumatology practice in Texas with team-based care, infusion suites, and clinical research. Direct comparable in specialty, scale, and service mix.

Emerging players

• Sollis Health: An emerging specialty care provider offering concierge specialty medicine and infusion services. Comparable in specialty infusion and rheumatology-adjacent care delivery, though different geographic focus.
• SetPoint Medical: Manufacturer of the FDA-approved SetPoint neuroimmune modulation device for RA. AARA's exclusive Arizona partner for SetPoint Therapy; comparable as the upstream developer of the technology AARA delivers to patients.

Broad incumbents

• Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo): A specialty care management platform focused on musculoskeletal and orthopedic care, with proprietary outcomes data and practice partnerships. Comparable as a broader MSK specialty platform that intersects with rheumatology.
• American Rheumatology Network: A national clinically integrated network for rheumatology practices providing group purchasing, infrastructure, and operational support. Comparable as a broader rheumatology ecosystem player, though not a clinical practice itself.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses6 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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