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.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 27, 2020) – So much has changed in the last six months that the world seems upside down. But the continued presence of COVID-19 has not altered…
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.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 10, 2020) – Those who suffer from asthma are among the most vulnerable to effects of the flu. This year, as COVID-19 continues to spread, it’s more important than…
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.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 16, 2020) – The Physician-Focused Payment Model Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC) unanimously voted to refer the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology’s (ACAAI’s)…
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.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 30, 2020) – Halloween 2020 won’t look like any Halloween you or your kids have ever experienced. While costumes for past Halloweens have often included masks, we’ve never been cautioned to make…
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.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (October 1, 2020) – If you live in the southeastern part of the U.S., you probably know how painful and dangerous a sting from a fire ant…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Throughout the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, those able to wear a face mask have been encouraged to…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – During the COVID-19 pandemic, attention has been focused on how those with both allergies and asthma might be…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – COVID-19 has, among other things, pushed patients of all ages into greater use of telemedicine to carry out…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Parents of children with food allergies find their children are often bullied by classmates, as well as parents…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of those who suffer with them.…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases have also been found…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 14, 2020) – Luz Fonacier, MD, of Mineola NY, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 8, 2020) – You already downsized your Thanksgiving due to COVID-19, and now you’re contemplating a smaller celebration for the holidays. Unfortunately, your allergies and asthma…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 15, 2020) – This year has been hard and strange – no one can argue with that. There is hope on the horizon that COVID will become contained and cases will…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 26, 2021) – With COVID-19 precautions still in place in many towns and cities, your big romantic gesture for Valentine’s Day may mean sticking closer to home and being…
In Survey of Those with Uncontrolled Asthma, Half Smoked Cannabis
Read the full articleOnly about 40% of physicians inquire about cannabis use… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 2, 2021) – As the number of states increase where medical and recreational cannabis use is legal, so does the importance that physicians discuss with patients the effects of cannabis on those with…
Now's the time to get in front of fall allergy symptoms
Read the full article(BPT) One day you can breathe easy and enjoy long walks outdoors and fresh breezes through open windows. The next… (BPT) One day you can breathe easy and enjoy long walks outdoors and fresh breezes through open windows. The next day you're hit with headaches,…
Important information about COVID-19 for those with asthma
Read the full articleFrom the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 12, 2020) – The recent pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 is creating concern and uncertainty for many people, especially those who suffer from asthma. The elderly, and anyone with severe asthma, immunodeficiency or…
Severe Reactions, Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine
Read the full articleFind answers to popular questions about severe reactions, anaphylaxis and epinephrine.… …
Too little sleep can mean more asthma attacks in adults
Read the full articleFirst study examining adults with asthma shows negative impacts of sleep deprivation.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (May 12, 2020) – A good night’s sleep is crucial to good health. A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy,…
Is your website helping or hurting your practice?
Read the full articleDid you know the appearance of your website may be attracting potential patients – or unintentionally driving them away? The… Did you know the appearance of your website may be attracting potential patients – or unintentionally driving them away? The College recently conducted tests to…
New RVU and Appeals & Denials toolkits
Read the full articleCheck out the College’s Practice Management Center, where you’ll find more than 20 toolkits on business and clinical topics.… The Practice Management and Billing Committees have been working hard to develop new resources that are important for all allergists. “Whether you’re an employed allergist,…
PBMs – how influential are they?
Read the full articleMany of us were shocked by the news that GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Pharmaceuticals withdrew Flovent from the U.S. market at the… Commentary by: J. Allen Meadows, MD, Director of Advocacy & Governmental Affairs and Matt Reiter, Principal, Capitol Associates - This article represents the opinion…
Can mid-level practitioners provide skin testing?
Read the full articleMany allergists are assisted by nurse practitioners (NPs) and/or physician assistants (PAs) in providing care in the office. The Advocacy Council frequently receives questions as to whether mid-level practitioners can provide allergy skin testing. We have also heard of at least one…
2024 CPT and ICD-10 Coding Changes
Read the full articleRevisions to the 2024 CPT code set clarify the reporting of evaluation and management (E/M) services to decrease burden of… The following changes became effective Oct. 1 for ICD-10 and will become effective on Jan. 1, 2024 for CPT. We’ll keep you informed of…
How Does the Atopic March Differ in Black and White Children?
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast discusses racial differences in children with AD; how the path of the Atopic March differs between black and… Welcome to Season Two of AllergyTalk! In this season, we are going to introduce you to each of the AllergyWatch assistant editors who work…
Do Airborne Peanuts Cause Allergic Reactions?
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast on whether airborne peanuts cause allergic reactions covers articles from the July-August 2021 issue of AllergyWatch.… For today’s episode we will be reviewing articles from the July-August 2021 issue of AllergyWatch, a bimonthly publication which provides research summaries to College members from…
A New Asthma Biologic, Biomarkers for AERD, mHealth for Asthma
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast on a new asthma biologic, and biomarkers for AERD covers articles from the November-December 2021 issue of… For this episode we will be reviewing three articles from the November-December 2021 issue of AllergyWatch, a bimonthly publication which provides research summaries to College…
Is IBS a Type of Food Allergy?
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast on whether IBS is a type of food allergy covers articles from the November-December 2021 issue of… For this episode we will be reviewing three articles from the November-December 2021 issue of AllergyWatch, a bimonthly publication which provides research summaries to College…
Is COVID Vaccine Skin Testing Useful?
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast covers whether skin testing is needed after reactions to the COVID-19 vaccine, and other articles from the January-February… Welcome to Season Two of Allergytalk! Starting with this first episode, we are going to introduce you to each of the AllergyWatch assistant editors…
Is Cefazolin Safe in Penicillin Allergic Patients?
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast on whether Cefazolin is safe in penicillin-allergic patients covers articles from the May-June 2021 issue of AllergyWatch.… For today’s episode we will be reviewing articles from the May-June 2021 issue of AllergyWatch, a bimonthly publication which provides research summaries to College members…
The Presentation of an Inborn Error of Immunity is Not Always Infection!
in AllergyTalkRead the full articleThis podcast discusses whether noninfectious manifestations can be the initial presentation of an IEI, and the limitations of patch… Welcome to Season Two of AllergyTalk! In this season, we are going to introduce you to each of the AllergyWatch assistant editors who work so…
New practice parameters published for both atopic dermatitis and anaphylaxis
Read the full articleNewly revised practice parameters on atopic dermatitis and anaphylaxis were published online in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma &… Newly revised practice parameters on atopic dermatitis and anaphylaxis were published online in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.…
Advocacy Council endorses Fee Schedule fix
Read the full articleCongress must pass legislation before the end of the year to prevent these cuts from taking effect on Jan. 1,… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a 3.37% reduction to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Conversion Factor (CF) for 2024,…
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…
For Allergy and Asthma Sufferers, Climate Change Means Worse Symptoms and Harsher Season
Read the full articleMany people don’t know that allergists are experts in treating asthma, and that nasal allergies and asthma are closely… If you suffer from asthma or nasal allergies, you’ve probably noticed pollen season getting worse, and negatively affecting your symptoms. Experts from the American College…
More cost-saving tips from the Practice Management Committee
Read the full articleNotice, however, that eliminating staff was NOT mentioned by any of our members as an opportunity for savings.… Last week we shared some terrific cost-saving tips from the Practice Management Committee in Part one of our two-part series. This week we’re back with more!…
2024 RVUs impact allergy
Read the full articleAllergists are expected to experience a -1.9% reimbursement impact due to the lower 2024 conversion factor (which takes into account… This article was revised on Dec. 11, 2023. In response to the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services…
Spotlight on Annals
Read the full articleThe current issue of Annals focuses on a key problem affecting allergy-immunology and the world today: global warming.… As we get ready to start a new year, the current issue of our Annals in Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focuses on a key problem affecting…
The 2023 Annual Meeting is Now Available On Demand!
Read the full articleVisit the College Learning Connection today to view the sessions and gain additional credit. As a Thank You from the… Visit the College Learning Connection today to view the sessions and gain additional credit. As a Thank You from the College, all in-person and livestream…
