Those With Asthma Not at Greater Risk for Severe Disease from COVID-19
Read MoreARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 19, 2022) – From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, health experts were concerned that people with asthma would not only be…
Interactive Tools
Read MoreNot sure if you're suffering from allergies or asthma? Try our interactive tools to find out.
Vacunas contra las alergias
Read MoreEstas vacunas pueden prevenir los síntomas de alergia, como estornudos y tos.
Tratamiento para el asma
Read MoreOften the best way to control asthma symptoms is to avoid whatever causes them.
Tipos de asma
Read MoreUnderstanding what type of asthma you have can result in better treatment and quality of life.
Síntomas del asma
Read MoreAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.
Pruebas y diagnóstico del asma
Read MoreEl primer paso para controlar el asma es tener un diagnóstico certero.
Pruebas en la piel para detectar alergias
Read MoreLas pruebas en la piel se realizan para determinar exactamente a qué cosas puede ser alérgica una persona.
Información fundamental acerca de las alergias
Read MoreEsta hoja informativa lo ayuda a determinar las causas de los síntomas de la alergia. Además, recomienda formas para prevenirlos y tratarlos.
Información acerca del asma
Read MoreEsta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable.
Eccema (dermatitis atópica)
Read MoreUn eccema, también llamado dermatitis atópica, es una enfermedad de la piel que causa un sarpullido con picazón.
Cómo escoger a un doctor especialista en asma y alergias
Read MorePersonas que tienen asma o alergias deben consultar a un doctor que sea experto (también llamado especialista) en el tratamiento de esas condiciones.
Alergia a los ácaros del polvo
Read MoreLos ácaros, insectos diminutos que viven en el polvo, existen en la mayoría de los hogares.
Eczema in Children
Read MoreHave you noticed a rash on your child’s arms, legs, hands or face? The itch associated with eczema can be severe and often interrupts sleep. When kids scratch …
Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award Nominee
Read MoreMyron Zitt is the director of the Adult Allergy Clinic and an attending physician in medicine at the Nassau University… Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI is a clinical associate professor of medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and is a…
James L. Sublett, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award Nominee
Read MoreMy career has been highlighted by my work in advocacy for issues facing our specialty along with the business challenges… I am deeply honored to be nominated for the Gold Headed Cane Award. My career has been highlighted by my work in advocacy for…
Peanut Allergy – we testify on behalf of our patients
Read MoreThis event was organized by the National Peanut Board.… Jay Lieberman, MD, FACAAI, chair of the Food Allergy Committee, recently attended a meeting at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding peanut containing products and the Women, Infants and Children’s (WIC) Program criteria.…
ACAAI statement in response to SCOTUS decision in Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health
Read MoreThe College does not support any rules, laws or government interference that compromise the integrity of the physician-patient relationship.… ACAAI statement in response to SCOTUS decision in Thomas E. Dobbs, et al. versus Jackson Women’s Health Organization, et al. The College recognizes that our…
Just getting started in your allergy career?
Read MoreFellows-in Training and New Allergists are navigating completely new territory – and the journey can seem overwhelming. But whether you’re looking for your first position as an allergist or getting started in your first allergy practice, the College’s FIT and New Allergist…
Preparing for Boards
Read MoreMembers of the New Allergists Committee have compiled relevant board review resources for recent graduates as they prepare for boards this fall. These resources are also helpful for new allergists for continuing medical education and lifelong learning. Textbooks While there are lots of great…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, June 30, 2022
Read MoreCMS has announced that it will cover COVID-19 vaccinations for children 5 years old and younger who are covered through… A new experimental COVID-19 vaccine - meant to be variant-specific from Sanofi and GSK - demonstrated efficacy in trials targeting the highly contagious Omicron…
Read about vaccine reactions, anaphylaxis and more in July Annals
Read MoreDid you know that chlorine gas was once used as a treatment for allergic rhinitis?… Summer is upon us and I hope you are staying cool in the summer heat. This month’s Annals is a treasure trove of important information focused on vaccine reactions…
Racial Disparities and Health Equity Resource Center
Read MoreThere are many types of health disparities – the differences in overall health and access to health care experienced among… There are many types of health disparities – the differences in overall health and access to health care experienced among various population groups. These disparities…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, June 23, 2022
Read MoreA pediatrics study has revealed low vaccine efficacy towards the COVID-19 Omicron variant in teens with two vaccine doses, as… Research released indicates that new Omicron subvariants, “BA.4” and “BA.5”, are not impacted by antibodies in patients who have had previous COVID-19 cases, as…
Join us for the inaugural North American Pediatric Allergy & Asthma Congress in September
Read MoreRegister now for the inaugural North American Pediatric Allergy & Asthma Congress - A Focus on Food Allergy. The Congress will be held September 21-22, 2022, in beautiful Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, and is co-sponsored by the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology…
95004 – Medicare billing and coding guidance
Read MoreBilling requirements may vary by payer, so allergists should consult with the payer to determine their billing and coding… Need information on Medicare billing and coding for percutaneous tests CPT 95004? We’ve got you covered! CPT 95004: (Percutaneous tests (scratch, puncture, prick) with allergenic…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, June 16, 2022
Read MoreThe FDA’s Advisory Committee recommended the approval of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5 years old… The FDA’s Advisory Committee recommended the approval of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5 years old. The FDA also found that Pfizer COVID vaccine appears to…
Allied Health Professional
Read MoreAllied health professionals play an integral role within the specialty and are important members of the College. Apply Now Membership… Allied health professionals play an integral role within the specialty and are important members of the College. Apply Now Membership BenefitsStay current with rapid advances…
Save the date for the ACAAI 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting
Read MoreThis is a high-energy conference with plenty of Podium to PracticeTM ideas that you can take from the meeting right… The 2022 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is coming! Plan to attend Nov. 10 – 14 in Louisville, KY. We’re bringing you a high-energy conference…
Staff
Read MoreRick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Mary Carol Badat Senior Director of Education Solutions Kate Barcal Director… Rick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Mary Carol Badat Senior Director of Education Solutions Kate Barcal Director of Administration Gina Steiner…
2022 MIPS changes are here
Read MoreThe MIPS program comprises the cost, quality, improvement activities (IA), and Promoting Interoperability (PI) performance categories.… It’s a new year, and that means a new set of policies for the traditional Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) program. As a reminder, the traditional MIPS program…
2022 RVUs and Medicare physician fee schedule effective now
Read MoreThe College’s Advocacy Council, along with other organizations, has been successful in advocating for legislation to alter Medicare physician payment cuts scheduled to begin Jan. 1. The legislation required a recalculation of allergy reimbursements. The Advocacy Council developed a spreadsheet that compares 2022…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, June 2, 2022
Read MoreData suggests that Omicron sub-variants are more immune-resistant than the original Omicron strain, possibly making retooled vaccines outdated by the… Data suggests that Omicron sub-variants are more immune-resistant than the original Omicron strain, possibly making retooled vaccines outdated by the time they are available…
College raises concerns about direct-to-consumer food allergy tests
Read MoreRecently, it has come to the College’s attention that Quest Direct is now offering various direct-to-consumer food allergy panel… Recently, it has come to the College’s attention that Quest Direct is now offering various direct-to-consumer food allergy panel tests. We have sent a letter…
Allergy Office: Using Social Media and Managing Your Online Reputation
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to use social media to engage, educate and attract patients to your allergy practice. In this 15-minute module, you’ll hear how two allergy marketing experts utilize social media in their practices. You’ll find new…
Food Allergy or Food Intolerance?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on October 28, 2021Speaker: Jay Lieberman, MDViewers can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsThis program is a collaboration between the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy and Asthma Network.AccreditationThe American College…
COVID Vaccines: What the Allergist Needs to Know
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $25 for non-membersThis webinar will focus on what Allergists need to know about the anticipated COVID vaccines and what can they do to prepare their practice.Learning ObjectivesDescribe the different types of vaccines that are under development Identify at-risk…
2019 Financial Trends for Allergists: how do you compare?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to College members, not available to non-membersOur experts review the latest allergy/immunology financial data from the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA), Medscape and CMS. More allergists than ever before participated in the 2019 MGMA Provider Compensation Survey, and the College’s…
Telemedicine for the Allergist: Now and in the Future
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersMany allergists implemented telemedicine during COVID-19 out of necessity. But what does the future look like for allergists and telemedicine? Find out how our two presenters, both allergists in small allergy practices, make telemedicine work for them…
Rhinoscopy in Your Allergy Practice CME 2021
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: $40 for members, $60 for non-membersYou can receive CME credit for reviewing the content on the Rhinoscopy in Your Allergy Practice page!Enroll in the course, pass the quiz, and you can claim 2 credits while testing your rhinoscopy knowledge.rhinoTarget AudienceMedical professionals…
Allergy Office: Optimizing Schedules
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to optimize your scheduling. In this 15-minute module, we’ll explore ways to:Increase patient access to appointmentsImprove patient satisfaction with appointments and wait timesMaximize practice efficiency with biologics, allergy shots and moreAnalyze your workflow…
Allergy Office: Staffing for Efficiency
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to use staffing best practices to improve practice efficiency. Specifically geared to allergy practices, this 15-minute module will cover:Important factors you need to consider when developing staffing levelsHow to use clinical staff to increase productivity…
Allergy Office: Integrating NPs/PAs
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $20 non-members NOTE: There are a few known issues with the functionality of quizzes and expandable content sections in the modules. We are working to fix these issues as soon as possible. In the meantime, we will leave the content…
Allergy Office: Billing Biologics ABCs
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $20 non-membersFind out how to manage the billing and administration of biologics in your practice. This 15-minute module will provide:Tips and tricks for dealing with prior authorizationsOptions for providing biologics, plus pros and cons of each:Buy and…
Asthma in the Yellow Zone
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on September 23, 2021Speaker: Leonard Bacharier, MDViewers can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsThis program is a collaboration between the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy and Asthma Network.AccreditationThe American College…
Allergy Office: Coding for Allergy Testing
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to successfully code for various types of allergy testing. This 15-minute module will cover ICD-10 and CPT coding for:Oral challengesLocal anestheticsVenomsPenicillinPatch testingTarget AudienceAllergy practice managers, physicians, NPs, PAs and coding/billing staffAdditional informationDisclosure: N…
What the Allergist Needs to Know about Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $25 for non-membersThis webinar addresses key information that allergists need to know regarding the FDA Emergency Use Authorization of monoclonal antibodies in the treatment of COVID-19. This webinar is sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline.Target AudienceAllergists/ImmunologistsLearning ObjectivesApply the most current…
Allergy Testing Coding and Billing Essentials
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $25 non-membersTo maximize reimbursement for allergy testing, allergy practices need to focus on both coding and billing practices. That includes everything from verifying patient benefits and payor limits to providing patient estimates and managing denials. We’ll review all of…
Managing Atopic Dermatitis Patients with a Yardstick
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThe Atopic Dermatitis Yardstick is part of a series developed in response to the need to proactively address the loss of disease control for atopic illnesses at all levels of severity. It presents a comprehensive update on how to…
Empathic Communication: Yes, you can teach it!
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members, $25 non-membersHow well do your employees and physicians communicate with patients, families and each other? Empathic communication is the key to patient satisfaction, physician and employee engagement, and even patient health outcomes. Elevate your practice by making this webinar part…
September Asthma Peak
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on August 26, 2021Speaker: Jeremy Katcher, MDViewers can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsThis program is a collaboration between the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy and Asthma Network.AccreditationThe American College…
Peanut OIT: Getting Your Practice Ready
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and $25 for non-membersThis is the archived recorded version of the live ACAAI webinar.With new approaches being developed for management of peanut allergy, it is imperative that allergists learn how to maximize their practice set up in offering this…
AllergyTalk Episode 21: T2 inflammation in CRSsNP, IgG Levels Differ By Gender/Race
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeaker: Gerald Lee, MDViewers can earn credit by completing the post test questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter experts in order to bring physicians up…
Infant Anaphylaxis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThe incidence of anaphylaxis has increased globally among children. Infants present a special challenge regarding their presentation and treatment. Recognizing the early signs and symptoms is crucial to effective diagnosis and treatment. Finally, understanding nuances of treatment in this…
