Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
Read the full articleHereditary Angioedema (HAE) is caused by a genetic mutation, and there are different types. It is a hereditary disease.
For Allergy and Asthma Sufferers, Climate Change Means Worse Symptoms and Harsher Season
Read the full articleExperts from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) caution that pollen season is starting earlier and lasting longer than in past decade…
Peanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)
Read the full articleSUPPORTED BYPeanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)Peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) with peanut allergen powder-dnfp (Palforzia®) is an FDA-approved treatment for child…
COVID-19, Asthma and Allergies
Read the full articleFind out what you need to know as an allergy or asthma patient.
Controlling Your Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Read the full articleWhat's the best treatment for your eczema? Use this online tool to explore your options, and take your results to your allergist!
Help Your Child or Teenager Control Their Severe Asthma
Read the full articleWhat's the best treatment for your child's severe asthma? Use this online tool to explore your options, and take your results to your allergist!
Four Years After Release of Guidelines, Parents Still Not Informed About Early Peanut Introduction
Read the full articleStudy shows only 40% of parents were advised to introduce peanut to their infant during first year of lifeNEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – In 2017, the Nationa…
El aumento de la frecuencia de comer huevos en el primer año de vida se asocia con menos probabilidades de tener alergia al huevo más adelante
Read the full articleUn estudio muestra que los niños que no tuvieron una incorporación de huevo en el primer año tenían más probabilidades de sufrir alergia al huevo a los 6 añosN…
Increased Frequency of Eating Eggs in Infancy Associated with Decreased Egg Allergy Later On
Read the full articleStudy shows children not introduced to egg at one year were more likely to have egg allergy at 6 yearsNEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Allergists and pediatric…
Despite Climate Change, Kids with Asthma in Los Angeles Didn’t Have an Increase in Allergy Diagnoses
Read the full articleStudy showed no increase in allergic sensitization over 15 years, in more than 5,000 kids with asthmaNEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Studies have shown that c…
Las mujeres embarazadas con etiqueta de alergia a la penicilina deberían evaluar su alergia para reducir la exposición a antibióticos
Read the full articleUn estudio muestra que la prueba de alergia a la penicilina durante el embarazo puede ayudar a evitar enfermedades producidas por infecciones en bebésNUEVA ORL…
Pregnant Women with Penicillin Allergy Label Should be Tested to Reduce Antibiotic Exposure
Read the full articleStudy shows penicillin allergy testing during pregnancy may help avoid infant illness from infectionNEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – It’s well known that 9 of …
Mark Corbett es designado como presidente del ACAAI
Read the full articleKathleen May fue elegida presidenta electaNUEVA ORLEANS (8 de noviembre de 2021). El alergista Mark Corbett, MD, de Louisville, KY, fue designado como presiden…
Mark Corbett Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleKathleen May elected president-electNEW ORLEANS (November 8, 2021) – Allergist Mark Corbett, MD, of Louisville, KY, was installed as president of American Coll…
Expert tips for managing asthma and allergies during the holidays
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 11, 2021) (BPT) - What's in those delicious holiday cookies? How come it's hard to breathe while decking the halls? Is that a…
How to Plan a Holiday Season Free of COVID, Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleA little advance planning goes a long way to keeping everyone safe and healthyARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 23, 2021) – Lots of people are looking forward …
Better Identification of Sesame in Food Packaging Needed to Avoid Anaphylaxis
Read the full articleStudy shows more than 50% of products did not declare sesame on the label ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 15, 2021) – In 2021, the US Congress passed the Foo…
Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control in the New Year
Read the full articleDon’t say “resolutions” – just assign yourself a few tasks ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 17, 2021) – New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming, and guil…
Frequently Asked Patient Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Read the full articleThis FAQ from American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology is provided to help answer patient questions about COVID-19 vaccines. These recommendations a…
Spark Program Winners
Read the full article2023 Winners Nicole Altomare, MD,Northwestern McGaw Sainath Asokan, MD, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children Jonathan Barratt, DO, University of Texas… 2023 Winners Nicole Altomare, MD,Northwestern McGawSainath Asokan, MD, St. Christopher's Hospital for ChildrenJonathan Barratt, DO, University of Texas Medical BranchAnjali Deendyal, MD, Tulane University Internal…
2024 MIPS Proposed Changes
Read the full articleThis article provides a summary of key proposals and changes to the traditional MIPS program that will impact allergists.… CMS published proposed updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP) for calendar year 2024 (the Proposed Rule). This article provides a summary of key proposals…
Four things to know about the member website
Read the full articleHere are four important features that all members should know about.… As a College member, you have access to a wealth of resources on the College’s member website. Here are four important features that all members should know about. Toolkits In the Practice Management…
Gold Headed Cane Awards
Read the full articleThe tradition of the Gold Headed Cane originated in 1689 with John Radcliffe, who had a particular interest in… HistoryCanes were commonly carried by English physicians in the 1600s. They contained a cavity for aromatic substances such as rosemary, camphor or Marseilles vinegar to counteract…
AMA’s Vital Physician Practice Expense Study will collect data on physician practice expenses
Read the full articleA new national AMA study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on physician practice… The American Medical Association (AMA) is undertaking a new national study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on…
Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award Nominee
Read the full articleMyron 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…
Review the 2023 Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Practice Parameter Update
Read the full articleThis is your opportunity to review and let the JTFPP know your thoughts/comments. Submit your comment form by Friday, Sept.… It's ready to review! A draft of the Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Guidelines: 2023 ACAAI/AAAAI Joint Task Force (JTFPP) on Practice Parameters GRADE - and…
ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting - Register Now!
-Read the full articleThe ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting takes place Nov. 9-13, 2023 in Anaheim, California. The theme for the 2023 meeting… The ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting takes place Nov. 9-13, 2023 in Anaheim, California. The theme for the 2023 meeting is "Embracing the Evolution of…
History
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergists was officially incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942.… ACAAI's History The American College of Allergists was officially incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942. The American College of Allergists, the precursor organization of our current…
Resident/Medical Student
Read the full articleFor medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply… For medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply Now Application RequirementsAn applicant must…
Last chance! Help shape allergy/immunology's future
Read the full articleWe need your help with the workforce survey developed by the AAP in partnership with ACAAI and AAAAI. Please spare about 15 -20 minutes and help us learn about your experiences. This information will be vital for future planning! It will help us understand…
Take your patch testing skills to the next level
Read the full articleThe College has an exciting opportunity for Fellows-in-Training to take their patch testing skills to the next level.… The College has an exciting opportunity for Fellows-in-Training to take their patch testing skills to the next level. SmartPractice, in collaboration with ACAAI, will once again…
College supports smoke and heat emergency bills
Read the full articleThese bills would help federal, state, and local governments better understand, manage, and communicate on air quality issues caused by… The College is proud to support two newly introduced pieces of legislation – the Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act and the Smoke and Heat…
The AMA as a partner
Read the full articleWe’ve worked for many years with the AMA – and have learned how important its work is to those who… The College’s Advocacy Council leads our advocacy efforts for the betterment of our specialty. Our small sub-specialty needs help to make our voices heard…
Board exam study resources
Read the full articleThe College is here to help as you prepare for Boards. Check out these resources: The Board Review Corner and… The College is here to help as you prepare for Boards. Check out these resources: The Board Review Corner has practice questions and interactive…
2024 Proposed Physician Fee Schedule
Read the full articleWhile ACAAI's Advocacy Council continues to review the proposed rule, we wanted to make you aware of the following key… While the ACAAI’s Advocacy Council continues to review the proposed rule to provide a more detailed analysis, we wanted to make you aware of the…
Billing, Coding & Payments
Read the full articleThe health care landscape in the United States is constantly shifting, resulting in changes – and potential changes – for… The health care landscape in the United States is constantly shifting, resulting in changes – and potential changes – for our specialty and your practice.…
2023 diagnosis coding specificity
Read the full articleSince this rule was implemented, we have received very few reports of audits denying claims using unspecified codes - until… When ICD-10 became effective in 2015, CMS required clinicians to use the most specific codes available. CMS stated they would not audit practices for…
ACAAI joins Threads
Read the full articleThe College uses social media to expand our reach worldwide. Our posts cover allergy/immunology topics of interest to the… You’ve no doubt heard about Threads, the new social media platform that is garnering plenty of attention. The College has added Threads to the many…
How many MUE's can be billed in a day?
Read the full articleBoth Medicare and Medicaid have national “medically unlikely edits” (MUEs) in place that are designed to automatically deny claims that… Both Medicare and Medicaid have national “medically unlikely edits” (MUEs) in place that are designed to automatically deny claims that exceed specific daily limits. Although…
MicroCME: More than Peanut - Expanding Your OIT Program to Include Other Foods
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 19 minutesThis microlearning discusses the risks of oral immunotherapy for different foods.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians…
MicroCME: Pediatric Immunology
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 12 minutesThis microlearning discusses standardization in the preparation of an allergy extract kit.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for…
MicroCME: Addressing Unproven Diagnostic Testing
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 20 minutesThis microlearning discusses the lack of validity and clinical applicability of non-IgE testing in the evaluation of food allergy or sensitivity.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for…
MicroCME: Climate Change, Allergic Disease
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 22 minutesThis microlearning discusses the impact of climate change on allergic disease.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians…
MicroCME: Allergens and Standardization
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 16 minutesThis microlearning discusses standardization in the preparation of an allergy extract kit.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for…
MicroCME: Treatment Approaches for Difficult to Control Urticaria
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 11 minutesThis microlearning discusses treatment approaches for difficult to control urticaria.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe…
MicroCME: Surgical Management of Nasal Polyps
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 21 minutesThis microlearning discusses the surgical management of nasal polyps.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe American…
MicroCME: Psychology Interventions in Patients with Depression or Anxiety for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 16 minutesThis microlearning discusses psychological interventions in patients with depression or anxiety for allergists.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Is the Basophil Activation Test Ready for Primetime?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 22 minutesThis microlearning discusses the readiness of the Basophil Activation Test.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe…
MicroCME: Targeted Therapies for Specific Asthma Phenotypes
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 28 minutesThis microlearning discusses targeted therapies for specific asthma phenotypes.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe American…
MicroCME: Adverse Reactions to Biologics and Chemotherapy
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 22 minutesThis microlearning discusses adverse reactions to biologics and chemotherapy.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe American…
MicroCME: Malignancy and B-cell Depleting Agents
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 25 minutesThis microlearning discusses malignancy and B-cell depleting agents.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe American…
MicroCME: Pediatric Asthma
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 13 minutesThis microlearning discusses recent updates on pediatric asthma including risk and impact of COVID-19, step down treatment, and more.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical…
MicroCME: SLIT Basics for the Allergist
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 19 minutesThis microlearning discusses the basics of sublingual immunotherapy for allergists.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe…
MicroCME: The FPIES Patient - Practical Tips in Diagnosis & Different Management Approaches
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 23 minutesThis microlearning discusses standardization in the preparation of an allergy extract kit.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for…
MicroCME: Generalized Dermatitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 23 minutesThis microlearning discusses generalized dermatitis.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma…
MicroCME: "Rules" of OIT - Patient Illness, Vacations, Exercise, and More
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 19 minutesThis microlearning discusses patients' desire for additional foods and a wider patient population for OIT protocols, and the implementation of these newer protocols in practice.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the…
MicroCME: Economic Outlook for Biologics in Asthma - Are They Cost-Effective?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 24 minutesThis microlearning discusses the economic outlook for biologics in asthma.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.DesignationThe…
MicroCME: Pediatric Epidemiology
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 12 minutesThis microlearning discusses various aspects of epidemiology in the context of pediatric allergy.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Are Biologics a Game Changer for the Management of Patients with AERD?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 20 minutesThis microlearning discusses the use of biologics in the management of patients with AERD.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical…
