The 20 Best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Doctors Near Me in Spokane, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) near Spokane, WA. Of these, 6 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished, 4 are Experienced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Elite in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 6080W, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Howard Kenney is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Kenney is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Orchiectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Eric C. Mueller
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Eric C. Mueller
    Rheumatology
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    Arthritis Northwest PLLC

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6080, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Eric Mueller is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Mueller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Mueller is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Michael C. Coan
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Michael C. Coan
    Rheumatology
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    Arthritis Northwest PLLC

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6080, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Michael Coan is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Coan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Coan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sean P. Lasalle
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sean P. Lasalle
    Rheumatology
    Referral required
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    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 6080W, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Sean Lasalle is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Lasalle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Lasalle is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Distinguished in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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    Inland NW ASC

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6080, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish, Swedish
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    Jeffrey Butler is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Butler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Butler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Gary L. Craig
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Gary L. Craig
    Rheumatology
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    Arthritis Northwest PLLC

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6080, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-838-6500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Craig is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Craig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Craig is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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    Office

    820 S McClellan St Ste 200, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-353-4318
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Meredith Heick is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Heick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Heick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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    Office

    502 E Boone Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    800-986-0102
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Penny Sczenski is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Sczenski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Sczenski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sherry M. Wu
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Sherry M. Wu
    Rheumatology
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    Mann-Grandstaff Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    4815 N Assembly St, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    509-434-7000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sherry Wu is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Gout. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-474-7117
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Urdu, Vietnamese
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    Rebecca Muntean is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Muntean is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses VEXAS Syndrome, Vasculitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Muntean is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-474-7117
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Johnson is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Barbara Jacobs
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Barbara Jacobs
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    509-474-7117
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Jacobs is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Catherine A. Lee
    Rheumatology | Integrative Medicine
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

    Dr. Catherine A. Lee
    Rheumatology | Integrative Medicine
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    Sage Rheumatology

    730 N Hamilton St, 730 N. Hamilton St, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    509-850-0389
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Catherine Lee is an Integrative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Behcet Disease, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Lee is board certified in Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, and Integrative Medicine.

    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Advanced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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    Regency At Northpointe

    1224 E Westview Ct, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    509-868-0876
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Verlene Gauthier is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Gauthier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Reactive Arthritis. Dr. Gauthier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Experienced in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    Referral may be required
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    Rockwood Clinic

    605 E Holland Ave Ste 112, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    509-838-2531
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    George Morton is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Morton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Morton is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that mainly affects the lining of joints of the hands, wrists, and knees, eventually causing chronic pain and swelling, decreased movement, with the erosion of bones and the development of joint deformities.  Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type of autoimmune arthritis, most often affecting women (75%) who are between 20 and 50 years of age. The disease can also affect other parts of the body, such as the blood vessels, skin, eyes, lungs, and heart.   There are two main types of rheumatoid arthritis: 1) seropositive rheumatoid arthritis, and 2) seronegative rheumatoid arthritis. While both types of rheumatoid arthritis have the same symptoms, the seropositivity or negativity of the disease refers to the presence of anti-CPP antibodies in the blood, for which their presence means that the immune system is attacking normal cells. Most rheumatoid arthritis is seropositive.

    When should I see a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near Spokane, WA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near Spokane, WA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near Spokane, WA?

    You can find a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near Spokane, WA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near Spokane, WA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near Spokane, WA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor near Spokane, WA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctors near Spokane, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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