Five things your sweetie with allergies doesn’t want for Valentine’s Day
Read the full articleSteer clear of gifts that will trigger allergy and asthma symptoms.
Which type of summer camp should you choose for your child with allergies or asthma?
Read the full articleEnsure a successful summer by choosing a camp that’s a good fit for your child’s symptoms.
Focused allergy treatment may be your best bet for managing symptoms
Read the full articleYour allergist can help you decide which allergens to target.
Allergists encourage parents of food allergic kids to recognize their own anxiety
Read the full articleTransferring knowledge of food allergies, not fear, to children is crucial.
Recognizing uncontrolled asthma is your first step in controlling it
Read the full articleWhat are the signs you need to get your asthma under control?
Despite COVID, if fall allergies are bothering you, it’s time to get back in to see your allergist
Read the full articleAllergists have protocols in place to protect you from COVID-19 while treating your allergies.
As COVID-19 continues, getting a flu shot is vital to protecting your health
Read the full articleEspecially for those with asthma, keeping your lungs healthy is the priority.
Physician-Focused Payment Model Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC) unanimously recommends first specialty-focused APM for a chronic condition to HHS secretary for consideration
Read the full articlePTAC commends American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology’s efforts to improve care for patients with asthma.
Follow expert guidelines to keep Halloween safe for those with allergies and asthma
Read the full articleEven ghosts and goblins will be socially distancing this Halloween.
As fall arrives, so do fire ants in southeastern parts of the U.S.
Read the full articleThey aren’t part of fall allergies, but their stings are painful and can be dangerous.
Some allergens that cause contact dermatitis are found in masks that prevent COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, those able to wear a face mask have been encouraged to do so to p…
With or without allergies, outcomes similar for hospitalized patients with COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – During the COVID-19 pandemic, attention has been focused on how those with both allergies and asthma might be aff…
Show rates for asthma visits during COVID-19 increased thanks to telemedicine
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – COVID-19 has, among other things, pushed patients of all ages into greater use of telemedicine to carry out regul…
Nearly one in five food-allergic children and one in five parents of food-allergic children are bullied
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Parents of children with food allergies find their children are often bullied by classmates, as well as parents o…
Food allergies take a greater emotional toll on Asian families
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of those who suffer with them. A new…
Black and Hispanic children in the U.S. have more severe eczema than white children
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases h…
Luz Fonacier installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 14, 2020) – Luz Fonacier, MD, of Mineola NY, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immuno…
Despite Allergies, Asthma, a COVID Holiday Can Still Be Merry and Bright
Read the full articleYou may be having a smaller celebration, but allergies and asthma still need your attention
Resolutions for 2021: Staying COVID-Free, Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control
Read the full articleStay the course so you remain symptom-free in the new year
COVID-19 Precautions Don’t Mean an Absence of Romance this Valentine’s Day
Read the full articleCreate romance by preventing COVID-19 and keeping allergies and asthma under control
Watch our recorded webinar on Remote Patient Monitoring
Read the full articleThis webinar discusses Remote Physiologic Monitoring (RPM) and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) and how can they work for allergy… This webinar discusses Remote Physiologic Monitoring (RPM) and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) and how can they work for allergy practices.…
Remote Therapeutic Monitoring – New revenue for allergists?
Read the full articleOn Jan.1, 2022, Medicare will begin paying for remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) services. RTM services allow for nonphysiologic data to be collected. Data can be self-reported by the patient, as well as transmitted automatically by a device. One of the new RTM…
I’ve been honored to serve as president
Read the full articleMembership continues to grow, and this year we surveyed our members to find out how the College is doing in… As my presidential year comes to a close at the Annual Scientific Meeting, I am honored to have served in this role, and I’m…
College Advantage: Fall 2022
Read the full articleThe College's digital campaign, It's "Time for an Allergist," reaches primary care physicians to encourage referrals.… The College's digital campaign, It's "Time for an Allergist," reaches primary care physicians to encourage referrals.…
Earn CME via Annals
Read the full articleThis a busy time for recent graduates and it’s hard to stay on top of current literature. The Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology offers a year-long CME activity as a series of review articles. The articles require a brief self-assessment and…
Annual Meeting sessions for FITS
Read the full articleJoin us in Louisville, KY for the 2022 Annual Meeting Nov. 10 - 14! The International Food Allergy Symposium will launch the meeting’s outstanding educational program. We look forward to learning about “Advancing Allergy & Immunology Care” through presentations and sessions highlighting the latest…
95004 – Medicare billing and coding guidance
Read the full articleBilling 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…
Information blocking requirements apply to full scope of EHI
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council previously informed members that, beginning on April 5, 2021, health care providers (including allergy practices) must comply with the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology’s (ONC’s) requirements governing the prohibition against information blocking. Beginning October 6…
ACAAI practice manager membership
Read the full articleWe are offering free one-year College membership to practice managers and administrators. To take advantage of this benefit, managers must… We’re building off last year’s success and once again are offering free one-year College membership to practice managers and administrators. To take advantage of…
Get an autumn boost
Read the full articleAs people look for relief, now is a great time to promote your services as an allergist. Download our fall… Halloween can be challenging for kids and teens with allergies and asthma. Fall also is a peak time for seasonal allergies in general. As…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, September 22, 2022
Read the full articleA new study found the bivalent Omicron booster triggered a strong antibody response against the Omicron variant after 28… A new study in the New England Journal of Medicine found the bivalent Omicron booster triggered a strong antibody response against the Omicron variant after…
Fall Article Templates
in Marketing & Patient Materials | Resource Type: ZIPRead the full articleCustomize these articles to distribute to local media, upload to your website or newsletter, or use in an informational flyer… Customize these articles to distribute to local media, upload to your website or newsletter, or use in an informational flyer for patients. All include tips…
2023 ICD-10 codes
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council has the information you need on new ICD-10 codes. The 2023 ICD-10 codes became effective Oct. 1. Any claims on or after Oct. 1 should use the 2023 codes. ICD10data.com 2023 is a good, free online…
October Annals highlights
Read the full articleThis month’s issue contains exciting research on oral immunotherapy for peanut and the occurrence of tree nut and sesame seed… It must be October. The temperature outside is going down, and we are preparing for an exciting College annual meeting. Little goblins and ghosts…
About Us
Read the full articleOur Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the… Our Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the practice of the subspecialty of…
COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, August 25, 2022
Read the full articleNIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci is optimistic the COVID-19 situation could be downgraded from pandemic to endemic before he retires… NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci is optimistic the COVID-19 situation could be downgraded from pandemic to endemic before he retires at the end of…
Eczema gets the spotlight in October
Read the full articleOctober is Eczema Awareness Month and it’s a great time to promote your expertise in treating this condition.… October is Eczema Awareness Month and it’s a great time to promote your expertise in treating this condition. Check out the College’s materials for allergists and…
Why telehealth is here to stay
Read the full articleWe are the only “industry” that has not gone through a major disruption, though it is now starting to… Over the years, I have given my opinions on the need for changes in our health care system. We are the only “industry” that has…
