Dust Allergies
Read MorePeople who have dust allergies are familiar with sneezing—but sneezing isn’t the only uncomfortable symptom. Dust allergies also give many people a stuffy or r…
Drug Allergies
Read MoreIf you develop a rash, hives or difficulty breathing after taking certain medications, you may have a drug allergy.
Cockroach Allergy
Read MoreCockroaches live in all types of buildings and all kinds of neighborhoods. Luckily for people who develop symptoms when they are around cockroaches, there are …
Chlorine "Allergy"
Read MoreSwimming is a great exercise for people with asthma and allergies, but what about the chlorine? Can you be allergic to it?
Allergic Conditions
Read MoreAllergies, including allergic rhinitis, affect an estimated 40 million to 50 million people in the United States. Some allergies may interfere with day-to-day …
About the ACAAI
Read MoreThe ACAAI is a professional medical organization of more than 6,000 allergists-immunologists and allied health professionals.
Nuevo estudio muestra que los latinos con COVID-19 tenían una mayor probabilidad de presentar exacerbaciones del asma
Read MoreLos resultados también mostraron que los latinos tienen una mayor probabilidad de tener padecimientos durante períodos más largos después de la infección de la…
New Study Shows Latinos with COVID-19 Had Higher Probability of Developing Asthma Exacerbations
Read MoreResults also showed greater chance of Latinos suffering for longer periods after COVID-19 infectionNEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Studies have shown minority…
What Allergists Want You to Know About the 2022 Spring Allergy Season
Read MoreARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 22, 2022) – Spring allergies are a tale as old as time – but the ferocity with which they land can sometimes pack a surprise …
Asthma in Children
Read MoreIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.
Giselle R.
Read MoreAs a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and acting. Watching her perform, yo…
Antonio and Alex P.
Read MoreSoncee Partida is eager to share how her family's allergist changed their lives. Both her sons Antonio, 13, and Alex, 10 have asthma and allergies. "Their dad …
Frequently Asked Patient Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Read MoreThis FAQ from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology is provided to help answer patient questions about COVID-19 vaccines. These recommendatio…
Preguntas Frecuentes De Los Pacientes Sobre La Vacuna Contra El COVID-19
Read MoreLos alergistas de la ACAAI responden preguntas sobre las reacciones alérgicas y más
Keep COVID-19 Precautions, Along with Romance, on Your Radar on Valentine’s Day
Read MoreShow your love by helping your sweetie prevent allergy and asthma flaresARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 18, 2022) – It all feels eerily familiar. A Valentine’…
Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control in the New Year
Read MoreDon’t say “resolutions” – just assign yourself a few tasks ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 17, 2021) –New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming, and guilt…
May issue of Annals highlights atopic dermatitis
Read MoreThe May issue of Annals is budding with outstanding manuscripts that will help you provide the best possible care for your patients. The theme of this month’s issue is atopic dermatitis, and we have included an excellent editorial by Dr. Donald Leung that…
Leadership advocates for allergists and our specialty
Read MoreAfter a three-year hiatus, your Advocacy Council Strike Force has resumed in-person advocacy. Last week, the following College leaders visited Washington, DC, to meet with congressional leaders and policymakers to advocate for issues important to practicing allergists: Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Monday, April 18, 2022
Read MoreThe FDA granted emergency use authorization of a breath test that can detect COVID-19 infections within as little as three minutes and has a 0.7% rate of false positives. During COVID-19 the rate of children receiving routine immunizations including the measles…
It’s food allergy awareness week
Read MoreIt’s Food Allergy Awareness Week! More than 32 million Americans have a serious and potentially life-threatening food allergy, and many College members see patients with this condition. The College has food allergy resources for our members. From toolkits to webinars, enhance your…
Strike Force Photo Gallery
Read MoreContact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. 2022 Strike Force Members of ACAAI’s “2022 Allergy Strike Force” – Michael Blaiss,… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. 2022 Strike Force Members of ACAAI’s “2022 Allergy Strike Force” - Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive medical…
Biologics Toolkit
Read MoreGet the clinical and practice resources you need to use biologics effectively in your practice.… Biologics can make a major difference in your patients’ outcomes, but using and managing them in your practice can be challenging. This toolkit provides the clinical resources to help…
It’s Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Read MoreMay is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month! It’s a great time to promote your special training as an allergist – and the College has just what you need. Also take time this month to explore the College’s member resources to help you…
Administering drugs/biologics in physicians’ offices
Read MoreClaims for drugs/biologics should be billed using the HCPCS/CPT code that most accurately describes the drug. Information in this article concerns drug administration services provided in physicians’ offices. Under the Medicare program, the administration of the following drugs should be billed using…
Ohio doctor acquitted; why all physicians should care
Read MoreLast month, William Husel, MD, was acquitted on all counts related to deaths from prescribing fentanyl in high doses to 14 terminally ill patients in one of the largest murder trials in the state of Ohio. It was noted that he prescribed doses for…
Coding and Payment
Read MorePollens and molds can cause allergy and asthma symptoms, and you need to know what you’re allergic to so you can best treat your symptoms.
Business Management
Read MoreCockroaches live in all types of buildings and all kinds of neighborhoods. Luckily for people who develop symptoms when they are around cockroaches, there are …
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, April 14, 2022
Read MoreA statistical analysis of reported cases, hospital admissions, reported deaths, and seroprevalence estimates that 43.9% of the global population had been infected with SARS-CoV-2 at least once as of Nov 14, 2021. Nationwide, 86% of COVID cases in the week ending…
Become an Advocate
Read MoreContact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Advocate for Our Speciality Our resident advocacy expert, Dr. Allen Meadows, offers tips… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Advocate for Our Speciality Our resident advocacy expert, Dr. Allen Meadows, offers tips on the best ways…
Advocacy Insider
Read MoreThe specialty’s leading advocate, the Advocacy Council, is committed to bringing you news and insights on billing, coding and policy reform that directly affect your practice. Advocacy Insider, a recurring column in College Insider, keeps you in the loop. Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil…
Advocacy Council
Read MoreThe Advocacy Council keeps practicing allergists abreast of critical issues, assists in resolving complex payment disputes, monitors and lobbies… The Advocacy Council keeps practicing allergists abreast of critical issues, assists in resolving complex payment disputes, monitors and lobbies state and federal elected…
CMS guidance prohibits excessive EFT fees by payment vendors
Read MoreThe CMS National Standards Group (NSG) published guidance clarifying that health plans, as well as their payment vendors, must provide payments to providers using standardized electronic fund transfers (EFT) and electronic remittance advice (ERA) transactions without charging excessive fees. For many years, health plans…
Congratulations to our winners
Read MoreWe’d like to thank all of you who took the time to participate in our recent membership survey. Your feedback will help us ensure we’re providing the programming and resources you need. The following ten lucky members were selected, at random, in…
Boost team morale and retention
Read MoreRetaining great employees and keeping them motivated is one of the most important tasks for a successful allergy practice – and it may require extra effort in the current environment. Many allergy practice employees are feeling burned out due to staffing shortages and increased…
Human Resources Toolkit
Read MoreLearn how to attract the best talent and motivate, develop and retain your employees. Find HR resources and sample documents… Great employees make all the difference in your practice. Make sure you’re hiring the best candidates, setting them up for success and continually motivating and…
MicroCME: Treatment and Management of Infant Anaphylaxis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 23 minutesThis microlearning discusses the treatment and management of infant anaphylaxis.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: Practice Parameter - Anaphylaxis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 24 minutesThis microlearning discusses current practice parameter concerning anaphylaxis.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…
MicroCME: Practice Parameter - Rhinitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 25 minutesThis microlearning discusses the current practice parameters concerning rhinitis.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: Immunology
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $10 non-membersLength: 13 minutesThis microlearning discusses the current state of pediatric immunology.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: Using Shared Decision-making to Guide Patients Through the Options
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $10 non-membersLength: 18 minutesThis microlearning discusses how to understand the role of shared decision-making in navigating the complexities of choosing therapy.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education…
MicroCME: Navigating Current Asthma Choices
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $30 non-membersLength: 43 minutesThis microlearning discusses the current options for treating asthma with a focus on biologics.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical…
MicroCME: Kids Are Not Little Adults: Unique Aspects to Diagnosis and Treatment of Cough in Children
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 26 minutesThis microlearning discusses chronic cough in children, including predisposing factors, etiologies, diagnosis, and treatment.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical…
MicroCME: The Impact of the Microbiome on Atopic Dermatitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 23 minutesThis microlearning discusses the evidence supporting alterations, as well as therapies targeting the microbiome for treatment of atopic dermatitis.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education…
Safe Steroid Use: A Self-Assessment Module
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MoreCompletion of this activity in its entirety will satisfy ABAI's MOC Patient Safety requirement and you will earn MOC Self-Assessment credits. You can earn up to 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Price: FREE for College Members, $179 for non-membersThis…
Breathe Easier: Smoking Facts and Cessation Tips
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 25, 2021Speaker: Todd Mahr, 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.There is no…
SLIT: Single vs. Multiple Allergens Approach
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 24, 2022Speaker: Moises Calderon, 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…
Telemedicine and COVID-19: Getting Started
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersNote that coding and coverage guidance for telemedicine changed just this week, so some of the coding and insurance information in this webinar is no longer current. Please double-check any information from that section of the webinar…
AllergyTalk Episode 24 - Exercise Should Be Standard Asthma Management
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…
AllergyTalk Episode 19: FeNO and Asthma Step Therapy, Anti-IgE for AERD
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…
AllergyTalk Episode 18: Childhood Asthma and Literacy, Sialylation of IgE and Food Allergy
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…
Oral Corticosteroids
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 10, 2022Speaker: Gailen Marshall, 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…
Sleep Issues: The Effects of Allergies, Asthma and Related Conditions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on February 25, 2021Speaker: Brian Robertson, 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.There is no…
Cybersecurity and Allergy Practices: Keeping Your Practice Safe
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read MorePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersCybersecurity incidents now plague health care organizations of all types and sizes. Cybercriminals and online scam artists frequently target financial and employee information and can disrupt practice information technology and business operations. This webinar provides steps you can…
AllergyTalk Episode 16: Laryngeal Dysfunction in Asthma, Access to Biologics
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…
AllergyTalk Episode 17: Food Avoidance After Challenge, Stress and AIT Reactions
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…
