# Guidelines And Criteria

> Medical app for implementing rheumatic disease guidelines and criteria. (iPhone/iPad app by American College of Rheumatology Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines-and-criteria/id1370274101 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American College of Rheumatology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/727297859)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 149 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines-and-criteria/id1370274101/reviews.md

## What is Guidelines And Criteria?

The American College of Rheumatology’s Guideline and Criteria App is the go-to tool for implementing guideline recommendations and criteria sets into practice. Free to both members and non-members, this app is ACR’s mobile home for tools and content for clinicians caring for patients with rheumatic diseases. App features include: interactive tools to inform treatment decisions at the point of care, including algorithms, score and calculators; full guideline and criteria content; keyword searches; customizable bookmarks; and note-taking capabilities.

Current guidelines and criteria in the app include:

· Guideline for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
· Guideline for the Prevention and Treatment of Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis
· Guideline for the Perioperative Management of Antirheumatic Medication in Patients with Rheumatic 

Diseases Undergoing Total Hip or Knee Arthroplasty
· Guideline for Treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis
· Rheumatoid Arthritis Classification Criteria
· Systemic Sclerosis Classification Criteria
· Gout Classification Criteria
· Sjogren’s Syndrome Classification Criteria
· Myositis Classification Criteria

Stay tuned for ongoing updates, as well as new guideline and criteria tools and content.

Send feedback to the ACR directly from the App Information page or post a review in the App Store. 
Help us find new and better ways to deliver guideline and criteria content to clinicians.

## Key features

- Interactive treatment decision tools
- Algorithms, scores, and calculators
- Full guideline and criteria content
- Keyword search functionality
- Customizable bookmarks
- Note-taking capabilities

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guidelines-and-criteria/id1370274101/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A Must Have for Rheum

*2019-07-31*

A complete and easy to use app. Thank you! 
Dr. Wiber - Rheum; Calgary AB

## Frequently asked questions about Guidelines And Criteria

### What is Guidelines And Criteria?

Guidelines And Criteria is a medical reference app designed for clinicians. It helps implement guideline recommendations and criteria sets for various rheumatic diseases, offering tools like algorithms and calculators.

### Is Guidelines And Criteria free to use?

Yes, Guidelines And Criteria is completely free for both ACR members and non-members. There are no costs associated with downloading or using the app's features.

### What rheumatic diseases are covered by Guidelines And Criteria?

The app includes guidelines and criteria for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis, Perioperative Management for hip or knee arthroplasty, Psoriatic Arthritis, Systemic Sclerosis, Gout, and Sjogren’s Syndrome.

### Does Guidelines And Criteria have ads?

No, Guidelines And Criteria does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience for clinicians.

### On what devices can I use Guidelines And Criteria?

Guidelines And Criteria is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Guidelines And Criteria updated?

The app was last updated on August 21, 2025, with version 2.0. The developers plan ongoing updates for new guideline and criteria tools and content.

### What is the age rating for Guidelines And Criteria?

Guidelines And Criteria has an age rating of 17+. This indicates it is intended for adult users and healthcare professionals.

### How can I provide feedback for Guidelines And Criteria?

You can send feedback directly to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) from the App Information page within the app. Alternatively, you can post a review in the App Store.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2025-08-21

- Enhanced navigation, search, and history for faster, easier access
- Redesigned interface with a fresh, modern look
- Technical performance upgrades for smoother operation

### 1.6 — 2021-09-22

- New guidelines added
- Technical update
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.5 — 2021-08-13

- Minor updates
- New guidelines:
     - Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
     - Management of ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
     - Management of Giant Cell Arteritis and Takayasu Arteritis
     - Management of Polyarteritis Nodosa

### 1.4 — 2020-06-26

- Technical update
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.3 — 2020-06-12

- Technical update
- Minor bug fixes

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