New Guidelines for Insurers Help Patients Receive Necessary Allergen Immunotherapy Treatment
Read the full articleAll procedures covered by the three codes are medically necessary for patients suffering from allergic rhinitis, asthma, or atopic… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (Nov. 6, 2024) – Newly-published guidance from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma &…
What are the symptom differences between the cold, flu and allergies?
Read the full articleAllergies tend to have sneezing, and allergies usually do not have a fever. So if you have a fever, it's… English Transcript Allergist Mitchell H. Grayson, MD: It can be very difficult to determine the difference between a cold, flu and allergies. However, one…
ACAAI Annual Meeting: Anaphylaxis Treatment Remains Confusing for Patients, Caregivers and Emergency Personnel
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those… …
ACAAI Annual Meeting: Psychology Referrals Increasing for Children with Food Allergies
Read the full articleWith the rise in incidence of food allergies in children in the past decade, there has been a corresponding increase… …
James Tracy Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleAllergist James Tracy, DO, of Omaha, NE, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma &… BOSTON (OCT. 27, 2024) – Allergist James Tracy, DO, of Omaha, NE, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
Type 2 Connection
Read the full articleUnderstanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get… Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get relief SUPPORTED BY: Rhinorrhea.…
Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection
Read the full articleThis resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign… This resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign…
Anaphylaxis Treatment Remains Confusing for Patients, Caregivers and Emergency Personnel
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Anaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those…
Penicillin Allergy Delabeling in Syphilis Patients Assists in Furthering Treatment
Read the full articleAbout 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – About 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually allergic. As…
La eliminación del etiquetado de la alergia a la penicilina en pacientes con sífilis ayuda a avanzar en el tratamiento
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de esos pacientes… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Alrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de…
Según un nuevo estudio, el rechazo a las vacunas es menor entre las minorías
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio mostró que los pacientes que se identifican como no blancos tenían menos probabilidades de mostrar desconfianza en… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Durante la pandemia de COVID, los medios informaron ampliamente que los pacientes negros tenían más probabilidades que los…
Estudio: La comprensión de los padres sobre la dermatitis atópica puede influir en la dieta del niño
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio mostró que las dietas de eliminación en el caso de la DA solo mejoraron levemente las lesiones… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Los padres de niños con dermatitis atópica (DA, también llamada eczema) saben que la condición alérgica puede significar…
Innovations in Community Grant Projects Address Barriers to Allergy and Asthma Care
Read the full articleThis year, six grantees will present their work at the ACAAI National Scientific Meeting in Boston.… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Beginning in 2021, The Allergists’ Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, began funding innovative projects that address…
James Tracy es nombrado presidente del ACAAI
Read the full articleEl alergista James Tracy, DO (Doctor en Medicina Osteopática), de Omaha, NE, fue instalado como presidente del ACAAI.… BOSTON (27 de octubre de 2024) – El alergista James Tracy, DO (Doctor en Medicina Osteopática), de Omaha, NE, fue instalado como presidente del Colegio Americano de…
New ACAAI Position Paper Examines Safety of Receiving Live Vaccines While on Dupilumab
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 11, 2024) – A new position paper from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 11, 2024) – A new position paper from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) addresses the safety of…
Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.… Supported by: Overview In the United States, asthma affects more than 24 million people — many of whom may not be aware that they have it, especially…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in…
Don’t let hidden holiday allergies ruin your good cheer
Read the full articleWhile everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or allergies, the holidays are when you need to… The holidays are a time to gather for food, friends and festivities. While everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or…
Type 2 Inflammatory Disease
Read the full articleType 2 inflammatory disease occurs when the immune system overreacts, sometimes to something like tree or grass pollen or certain… Supported by: Overview Frequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and…
What do parents of school children with allergies and asthma need to think about?
Read the full articleFor a child who has allergies or asthma and they're starting back to school, a parent needs to make sure… English Transcript Allergist Stanley Fineman, MD: So for a child who has allergies or asthma and they're starting into school, the parent needs to…
Board of Regents
Read the full articleThe Board of Regents oversees all councils and advisory groups and makes important decisions on behalf of the College. *… The Board of Regents oversees all councils and advisory groups and makes important decisions on behalf of the College. * denotes Executive Committee member James…
Advocacy Council Board of Directors
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council assists in resolving complex payment disputes, monitors and lobbies elected officials and government agencies, and more.… The Advocacy Council keeps practicing allergists abreast of critical issues, assists in resolving complex payment disputes, monitors and lobbies state and federal elected officials and…
College Leadership Summit
Read the full articleMarch 29-30, 2025 Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport, Chicago, IL Are you an aspiring leader? If you’re an active College member… March 29-30, 2025 Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport, Chicago, ILAre you an aspiring leader? If you're an active College member under the age of 45, take…
2025 Medicare PFS final rule results in pay cut for allergists
Read the full articleIt’s official: allergists will receive a huge Medicare payment reduction unless Congress acts to prevent these cuts from taking… Late Friday afternoon, CMS released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule which announced a 2.83% decrease in the conversion factor – from $33.2875…
Contact Us
Read the full articleAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 550Arlington Heights, IL 60005Phone: (847) 427-1200Fax: (847) 427-9656… American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 550Arlington Heights, IL 60005Phone: (847) 427-1200Fax: (847) 427-9656 For all general questions, e-mail mail@acaai.org…
Meet the 2024-25 College President
Read the full articleAt the 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, James Tracy, DO, FACAAI was installed as the 2024-25 College president.… At the 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, James Tracy, DO, FACAAI was installed as the 2024-25 College president. He is a partner with Allergy,…
2024 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting Photo Gallery
Read the full articlePlenary moderators Dr. Kristin C. Sokol (left) and Dr. Colby A. Stone, Jr., present a plaque to Dr. Mariana C.… Plenary moderators Dr. Kristin C. Sokol (left) and Dr. Colby A. Stone, Jr., present a plaque to Dr. Mariana C. Castells, who gave the…
FIT Bowl, 2010-2019
Read the full articleBelow are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2010-2019.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2010-2019. 2010 FIT Bowl #19 ACAAI President: Sami L. Bahna, MD,…
FIT Bowl, 2020-2029
Read the full articleHere are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2020-2029.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2020-2029, as they become available. 2020 FIT Bowl #29 ACAAI President:…
FIT Bowl, 1992-1999
Read the full articleBelow are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 1992-1999.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 1992-1999. 1992 FIT Bowl #1 (Premiere) ACAAI 50th Anniversary ACAAI President:…
FIT Bowl, 2000-2009
Read the full articleBelow are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2000-2009.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2000-2009. 2000 FIT Bowl #9 ACAAI President: Don Q. Mitchell, MD,…
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…
ACAAI FIT Bowl
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fit Bowl is patterned after a popular TV quiz show. Teams representing programs from all over North America compete for the coveted FIT Bowl trophy. The teams test their knowledge, cleverness and ability to listen to questions in a fast-paced environment…
Awards and Lectureships
Read the full articleGold-Headed Cane Award The Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who… Gold-Headed Cane AwardThe Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who best demonstrates the pursuit of the…
FIT Section
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fellow-in-Training Representatives advocate for the needs of FITs and work with College leadership to make sure that FIT members are… The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training Representatives advocate for the needs of FITs and work with College leadership to make sure that FIT members are provided with the tools and resources they…
Past Presidents
Read the full articleGailen D. Marshall, Jr., MD, PhD 2023-2024 ACAAI Kathleen R. May, MD 2022-2023 ACAAI Mark Corbett, MD 2021-2022 ACAAI Luz… Gailen D. Marshall, Jr., MD, PhD 2023-2024 ACAAI Kathleen R. May, MD 2022-2023 ACAAI Mark Corbett, MD 2021-2022 ACAAI Luz Fonacier, MD 2020-2021 ACAAI…
Allergy Office: Coding 95165
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to code for 95165. In this 15-minute module, we’ll discuss:Billing basics for extract prep and administrationMedicare rules for code 95165Medicare’s Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs)How Medicare and commercial payers compareHow to handle…
Cannabis Educational Modules for Allergy Professionals
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members and non-membersThis set of modules is intended to provide tools and an information platform to educate allergists about cannabis use in patients, the rising concern of cannabis allergy, and ways to discuss cannabis with their patients in an effective manner…
Asthma Biologics Self-Assessment
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis Asthma Biologics self-assessment module is designed to help allergy/immunology providers obtain new knowledge, as well as reaffirm existing knowledge. It also helps allergists/immunologists evaluate and maintain their clinical competence. The module consists of 12 case-based, multiple-choice questions. Comprehensive discussions…
AllergyTalk Episode 33 - Are We Testing for Hymenoptera Backwards?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter…
AllergyTalk Episode 32 - How Does the Atopic March Differ in Black and White Children?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter…
Implementing Peanut OIT in Your Practice
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThis webinar addresses key considerations for implementing peanut OIT, including patient selection, risks and side-effects, policies and procedures, and office setup. Supported by a grant from Aimmune.Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this webinar, participants should be able to:1…
Let's Cycle Through Revenue Cycle Management
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersRevenue cycle management may sound simple; it begins when a patient makes an appointment and ends when all claims and patient payments have been collected. However, those critical steps in between can make or break your practice’s…
On Demand 2022 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
On Demand 2022 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2022 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThe Thursday International Food Allergy Symposium focuses on epidemiology and diagnostics, including risk…
On Demand ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 60.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Are You Using These Diagnostic Tests to Maximal Efficacy?The Environment…
On Demand 2023 Practice Management Course
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2023 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThis year’s Thursday Program will feature the latest developments in the science…
On Demand 2023 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
How to Advocate for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThis webinar explains how you can impact issues important to the future of allergy by advocating at the local, state and federal level. Topics include:Getting to know your local, state and federal representativesKnowing the issue(s)--and…
Emergency Planning for Children with Asthma and Anaphylaxis (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on November 29, 2023Speaker: Alice Hoyt, MDBetween 1.6% and 5.1% of people in the US have experienced at least one episode of anaphylaxis. The most common triggers are certain foods, certain medications, and insect stings…
On Demand ACAAI 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 56.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Integrative Modalities in Allergy & Immunology PracticeAtopic Dermatitis: Triggers, Mimics and TreatmentsReal…
On Demand 2021 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who attended the annual meeting, $45 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and immunology, ACAAI will continue its highly…
On Demand ACAAI 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 60 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Non-Infectious Complications of ImmunodeficiencyPhysician Health and Wellness in Allergy and Immunology…
On Demand 2021 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy practice…