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Rheumatology Care for Every Stage of Joint and Autoimmune Disease

From your first symptoms to long-term management, Axis Rheum provides direct, transparent rheumatology care — entirely by telehealth — for patients across New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Florida, and Oregon.

Whatever’s driving your joint pain or autoimmune symptoms, Dr. Danve can help you find answers and a clear treatment plan.

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THE ACCESS PROBLEM

Why rheumatology appointments take so long right now

Rheumatology has one of the most severe specialist shortages in American medicine — and it’s worse outside major metro areas. If you’ve been told the wait is months, that’s the norm, not the exception.

17–18%

Rheumatologist workforce adequacy in non-metro U.S. areas vs. ~97–99% in metro areas (Silvestre et al., Arthritis Care & Research, 2026)

72%

Of U.S. counties have no clinically active adult rheumatologist (Mannion et al., Arthritis & Rheumatology, 2024)

63.7%

Of rheumatology patients wait more than 30 days for a first appointment (ACR national patient survey, 2023)

Why Patients Choose Axis Rheum

Direct care, built around access

Direct-pay care means no insurance queues, no months-long waits, and no rushed visits. Every service below includes a full evaluation, detailed record review, and a personalized treatment plan built around your specific condition.

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Rapid access

Most services available within two weeks

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Transparent pricing

$425 initial consultation, $225 follow-up

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Unhurried visits

A full hour with Dr. Danve, plus dedicated chart review

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Virtual by design

Care that fits your schedule, wherever you live in our service states

Where we can help

At present, Axis Rheum serves patients in the following states:

  • Massachusetts (MA)
  • New Hampshire (NH)
  • Florida (FL)
  • Oregon (OR)

We’ll be expanding to other states soon. Sign up for our waiting list or contact us for a second opinion consultation or peer-to-peer consult.

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About Dr. Abhijeet Danve
MD, MHS, FACR

Dr. Abhijeet Danve, MD, MHS is a board-certified rheumatologist with over 16 years of extensive clinical training and an exemplary academic track record.

He received his training at leading medical institutions in both India and the USA, for his Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship.

Dr. Danve is passionate about solving complex medical puzzles and values long-standing, meaningful relationships with his patients. He has cutting-edge expertise in axial spondyloarthritis (ankylosing spondylitis), psoriatic arthritis, and gout.

  • Founder and CEO of Axis Arthritis & Rheumatology Care (Axis Rheum)
  • Physician Scientist and Principal Investigator for multiple clinical research studies and trials
  • Inventor of A-Tool©, a screening tool for early diagnosis of axial spondyloarthritis (https://backpain.today/home)
  • Speaker, Advisor and Consultant for various educational, pharmaceutical and patient organizations 

  • Master of Health Sciences (MHS), Yale University, 2019

  • RhMSUS, Certification in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, American College of Rheumatology, 2015

  • Fellowship in Rheumatology, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR, 2014

  • Research Fellowship in Rheumatology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE

  • Advanced Course in Clinical Immunology, Federation of Immunology Societies, 2013

  • MD (Internal Medicine Residency), New York Medical College, New York, 2012

  • MD (General Medicine), King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India, 2007

  • MBBS, Seth G. S. Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India, 2002

  • Jane Bruckel Early Career Investigator Award in Spondyloarthritis, Spondylitis Association of America, 2019
  • Distinguished Fellow Award, American College of Rheumatology, 2015
  • Fellowship of American College of Physicians, American College of Physicians, 2015
  • Marshall J. Schiff Memorial Fellow Research Award, American College of Rheumatology, 2013
  • Winner and Gold Medalist, American College of Rheumatology Knowledge Bowl Competition, 2013
  • Recognition for academic and scholarly contributions in rheumatology
  • Invitations to speak at professional and educational forums
  • Participation in expert panels and academic discussions
  • Acknowledgement for teaching, mentorship, and research involvement
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Conditions That We Treat

Axis Rheum promises to provide best possible care to patients with various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions that frequently cause joint pains, stiffness and fatigue. 

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Axial Spondyloarthritis
(Ankylosing Spondylitis)

Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Gout

Gout

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Autoimmune & Inflammatory Conditions

Autoimmune /
Inflammatory Conditions

Chronic Joint Pain

Chronic Joint Pain

Transparent. Simple. Value-driven.

We at Axis Rheum, follow a clear and straightforward pricing structure with no hidden fees whatsoever.

New patient consultation (about 1 hour) – TBD

Follow up visit (about 30 minutes) – TBD

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PRICING

Transparent pricing, no surprises

Initial Consultation / Second Opinion
$425
  • Initial virtual consultation with
    Dr. Danve (1 hour)
  • A detailed review of your medical records and test results prior to the appointment (up to 1 hour)
  • Guidance on next steps including ordering of additional lab & imaging tests as deemed necessary.
  • Development of detailed and personalized treatment plan
  • Prescribing medications as necessary
  • Communication and care coordination with other physicians as appropriate.
Follow up Appointment
$225
  • One on one follow-up appointment with Dr. Danve after an initial consultation
    (30 – 45 minutes)
  • Subsequent ordering and monitoring of labs, imaging, and other testing as necessary.
  • Prescribing medications as necessary
  • Communication and care coordination with other physicians as appropriate.
Memberships
  • Membership packages will be offered to select patients upon initial consultation with Dr. Danve.

The Patient is responsible for all fees associated with any medications, products, laboratory testing , imaging,  specimen analysis, etc., related to the above Services.

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What Patients say about us

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Dr. Danve is a patient listener and ensures that he has all pieces of the puzzle before diagnosis. He made me aware of the pros and cons of treatment, and I still decided to proceed, now feeling better than I have in months. I recommend booking with Dr. Danve.
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Dr. Danve was excellent in terms of his communication and he had knowledge of my past medical history. He asked great questions to help narrow down current symptoms. I felt that this appointment worked perfectly has a telehealth appointment primarily due to Dr. Danve's great communication skills and caring approach to understanding my situation.
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I’ve been under Dr. Danve’s care for several years and have always found him thoughtful, attentive, and deeply invested in his patients. During a complicated health issue last summer, he went above and beyond—checking in with me daily even while on vacation, coordinating care with his team, and reassuring me throughout a very stressful time. His dedication and persistence ultimately led to a resolution, and I’m incredibly grateful. I highly recommend Dr. Danve to anyone seeking a kind, brilliant, and genuinely caring rheumatologist.
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Dr Danve is the best! He is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of rheumatology and more. He is kind, patient and answers all and any questions you may have. He has great bedside manner and is a pleasure to have as a doctor.
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Dr Danve is very kind and an extremely competent physician. He listens and takes the time to come up with a solution medically that works for me .
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He took his time to review my images and go through my history. Thanks so much Dr!
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Dr Danve is a kind and caring doctor. I have had two visits with him so far and he has helped me tremendously with the arthritis in my hands! I would highly recommend him.
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Great Dr gives you all of your options and so far he's been amazing!
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Dr. Danve is so smart and knowledgeable about my medical issues. He has found issues that no other doctor has found, which has helped me the most with my pain and conditions. I would recommend him and often do to others who are looking for a rheumatologist.
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Dr Danve is professional, personable and always discusses issues and treatments in depth. He is extremely sensitive to my concerns and respects my input. He always takes time to explain so I can understand. He knows I am active and being less active is upsetting. He always comes up with a plan. He cares about his patients and knows them well. I trust the dr. I think he is warm and caring. I recently recommended him to someone Dr. Danve is the best.
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Dr. Danve is an amazing rheumatologist. He is so knowledgeable about my condition and has diagnosed other conditions that I have had, plus he has referred me to other specialists for follow up. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends. My telemed appointment with Dr. Danve went well. He was comfortable with technology. Whenever I had difficulty understanding his accent or a medical term, he adeptly used the texting feature. Throughout, he listened and took the time to understand me and explain medical possibilities as a new patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most new patients are seen within two weeks, entirely by virtual visit.
No — Axis Rheum is direct-pay. You'll receive a superbill for possible reimbursement, and HSA/FSA funds can be used.
New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Florida, and Oregon, entirely by telehealth.
 
Axial spondyloarthritis is the broader disease category; ankylosing spondylitis is a more advanced subtype visible on X-ray. Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) is an earlier stage where symptoms are present but X-ray changes aren't yet visible — a distinction Dr. Danve specializes in identifying early.
 
 
Common ankylosing spondylitis symptoms include chronic lower back pain and stiffness, especially in the morning or after periods of rest, that improves with movement.
 
 
 
There's no single test for psoriatic arthritis — diagnosis combines joint examination, imaging, bloodwork, and a review of any personal or family history of psoriasis. This is exactly the kind of evaluation Axis Rheum builds extra time for.
 
 
 
 
Psoriatic arthritis symptoms can include joint pain and swelling, stiffness, nail changes, and skin patches — though joint symptoms sometimes appear before any visible skin involvement.
 
 
 
 
 
Yes. Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, most often the big toe, and it's one of the conditions Axis Rheum regularly treats.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gout treatment typically combines medication to manage acute flares, longer-term uric acid management, and lifestyle guidance — the right combination depends on how often flares occur and your overall health picture.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms often include joint pain, swelling, and stiffness — especially in the hands and knees — along with fatigue. Early signs can be subtle, which is why timely evaluation matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Early rheumatoid arthritis often shows up as morning stiffness, swelling in the small joints of the hands, and fatigue — symptoms that respond much better to treatment when caught sooner rather than later.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Autoimmune disease symptoms vary widely depending on the condition, but often include fatigue, joint pain, skin changes, and, in multisystem conditions, involvement of organs like the kidneys or lungs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ANCA vasculitis is not typically considered a directly hereditary condition, though autoimmune disease in general can involve genetic risk factors. Dr. Danve can walk through your specific history and risk factors during a consultation.
 
Persistent joint pain can come from inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune disease, mechanical wear, or causes that haven't been identified yet. A rheumatology evaluation is often the fastest way to get a clear answer.
 
 
Arthralgia simply means joint pain, with or without a confirmed diagnosis. Arthritis specifically refers to joint inflammation, which may or may not be the underlying cause. Many patients come to us with arthralgia that hasn't yet been evaluated closely enough to say which it is.
 
 

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(860) 864-4644

FAX

(860) 891-1997

EMAIL

info@axisrheum.com

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