A message to asthma sufferers about a shortage of albuterol metered dose inhalers
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Meat Allergy
Read the full articleIf your nose gets stuffy or begins to run after eating meat, or you become nauseated or develop a rash, you may have a meat allergy.
Hay Fever
Read the full articleIf you sneeze a lot, if your nose is often runny or stuffy, or if your eyes, mouth or skin often feels itchy, you may have allergic rhinitis, a condition that …
Asthma
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms affect an estimated 26 million Americans and are one of the leading causes of work and school absences.
2022 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting Newsroom
Read the full article2022 Annual Meeting Press KitThe ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is your best resource for what’s happening in the world of allergies and asthma.News ReleasesK…
Treatment
Read the full articleOften the best way to control asthma symptoms is to avoid whatever causes them.
Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleThe first step in managing your asthma is getting an accurate diagnosis.
Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.
What Causes Asthma?
Read the full articleFrom pollen, to smoke, to the flu: a range of triggers can cause asthma symptoms.
Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleMore than 50 million people in the United States have an allergy of some kind. Take back control of your life.
Sinus Infection
Read the full articleSinus infection is a major health problem. It afflicts 31 million people in the United States.
Cockroach Allergy
Read the full articleCockroaches live in all types of buildings and all kinds of neighborhoods. Luckily for people who develop symptoms when they are around cockroaches, there are …
Dust Allergies
Read the full articlePeople 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…
Seasonal Allergies
Read the full articleSeasonal allergies, like other types of allergies, develop when the body’s immune system overreacts to something in the environment, usually during spring, sum…
Skin Allergy
Read the full articleBumps, itching, redness and other skin conditions are common, and their cause may not be easily identifiable. A board-certified allergist can help determine if…
Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleAn estimated 50 percent of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis also have seasonal allergies or asthma.
Pollen Allergies
Read the full articlePollens 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.
Eye Allergy
Read the full articleIf your eyes itch and are red, tearing or burning, you may have eye allergies (allergic conjunctivitis), a condition that affects millions of Americans. Many p…
Pet Allergies
Read the full articleIf your nose runs, your eyes water or you start sneezing and wheezing after petting or playing with a dog or cat, you likely have a pet allergy.
Practice Parameter and Yardstick Toolkit
Read the full articleFind practice parameter and yardstick resources, which provide evidence-based recommendations to help you with day-to-day clinical management decisions.… Practice Parameters vs. Yardsticks: What’s the difference? Practice parameters and yardsticks both serve as practical clinical references for practicing allergy/immunology specialists. Both provide evidenced-based clinical information…
2023 HIPAA Update
Read the full articleHIPAA violations have been more common in recent years and create potential financial liabilities for breach of confidentiality of… HIPAA’s federal standards determine when and how health care providers, including allergists, and their business associates can store, transmit, use, and disclose individuals’ protected health…
Evaluating RPM for your practice
Read the full articleHow quickly have allergy practices adopted RPM technology, and which patients are using it? Definitive Healthcare's report has some… Remote patient monitoring (RPM) use has skyrocketed over the past few years. According to a 2023 report from Definitive Healthcare, which is based on data…
You probably know about this, but…
Read the full articleOver the last several months, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) has informed Medicare recipients that new cards would… Over the last several months, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) has informed Medicare recipients that new cards would be coming soon. The Medicare…
From the desk of the EMD: Goodbye Tom; hello Tom
Read the full articleWith the conclusion of the Academy/WAO meeting in Orlando last month, there was the passing of the guard in the… With the conclusion of the Academy/WAO meeting in Orlando last month, there was the passing of the guard in the executive vice president (EVP) position…
Archives Committee
Read the full articleThe Archives Committee preserves the publications, communications and historical activities of the College and its members for future use and… The Archives Committee preserves the publications, communications and historical activities of the College and its members for future use and reference. The Archives Committee…
The Annals momentum is building.
Read the full articleThree months ago, I reported in this column that the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology had changed course, including… Three months ago, I reported in this column that the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology had changed course, including re-hiring Gailen Marshall, MD, PhD,…
March 2023 Annals highlights
Read the full articleThis month’s Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology is focused on understanding food allergy in the adult population.… Well, March is here, and spring is about to… well, spring! We’ve heard much about food allergy, but many of those papers are focused on children.…
AMA Medicare specialty impact analysis
Read the full articleA/I was one of 16 specialty groups to experience a 2% cut in Medicare payments as a result of the… The American Medical Association (AMA) recently released its specialty impact analysis, which details the collective impact of the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS)…
The College is keeping busy this spring and summer
Read the full articleThe new Community Allergist Partnership in Education (CAPE) Program, to be launched at our Annual Meeting in Anaheim, will help… This season of “not quite winter, not quite spring” in much of the country brings with it the arrival of seasonal pollen. But this…
2023 RTM services are now under general supervision
Read the full articleEffective Jan. 1, any Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) services (CPT codes 98975, 98976, 98977, 98980, and 98981) may be provided… A significant barrier to allergists providing remote therapeutic monitoring services has now been removed. Effective Jan. 1, any Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) services (CPT…
Biologics Toolkit
Read the full articleGet 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…
Florida Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society 2023 Annual Meeting
-Read the full articleThe Florida Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society’s Annual Meeting, July 14-16, 2023, Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, FL. The Practice… The Florida Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society's Annual Meeting, July 14-16, 2023, Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, FL. The Practice Management Program is July 13-14.…
California Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology's "A Midsummer Night's Wheeze"
-Read the full articleCalifornia Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, “A Midsummer Night’s Wheeze,” June 23-25, 2023, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach,… California Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, "A Midsummer Night's Wheeze," June 23-25, 2023, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, CA. Registration opens May 1,…
The Southeastern Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society 78th Annual Conference
-Read the full articleThe Southeastern Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 2023 Annual Conference, Sept. 21-24, 2023, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores,… The Southeastern Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 2023 Annual Conference, Sept. 21-24, 2023, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, Alabama. For more information, see…
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society of Georgia Annual Meeting
-Read the full articleAllergy, Asthma & Immunology Society of Georgia Annual Meeting, May 5-7, 2023, Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, GA. For more information,… Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society of Georgia Annual Meeting, May 5-7, 2023, Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, GA. For more information, visit the AAISG site.…
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California 2023 Annual Symposium
-Read the full articleAllergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California, 2023 Annual Symposium, April 29-30, 2023, Hotel Nikko, San Francisco, CA. For… Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California, 2023 Annual Symposium, April 29-30, 2023, Hotel Nikko, San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit the AAIFNC…
Coding Toolkit
Read the full articleTest your coding knowledge and get expert help with complex allergy coding questions.… Allergists face a specific set of coding issues, such as how to code for extract preparation, venom immunotherapy, food challenges, adverse effects of drugs and more. These tools and resources will…
View our recent webinars on 2023 Allergy/Immunology Coding, Peanut OIT, and Practice Management Program Hot Topics
Read the full articleLearn how to improve your practice with these helpful webinars!… 2023 Allergy/Immunology Coding Update This webinar examines the new ICD-10 and CPT codes relevant to allergists for 2023. Experts also review E&M coding and discuss denials and appeals for 95165. Implementing Peanut OIT in…
MicroCME: What Have We Gleaned from Our Experiences with Currently Approved Biologics?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 22 minutesThis microlearning discusses the knowledge gained from the use of currently approved biologics.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
Asthma eYardstick
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThe Asthma eYardstick presents an in-depth model including an asthma control calculator and practical recommendations for a sustained step-up in asthma therapy patients with inadequately controlled persistent asthma. This interactive version is designed to enable practitioners to intuitively and efficiently utilize the yardstick…
Attracting and Retaining Staff: Hiring Challenges in Today's World
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersAllergy practices are finding it harder than ever to recruit and retain employees in the today’s difficult environment. Allergy practice experts discuss successful strategies to tackle these challenges, including:Discuss new and creative ideas that employers embraced…
Atopic Dermatitis eYardstick
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThe Atopic Dermatitis (AD) eYardstick helps allergists and dermatologists support patients who require additional steps in their therapy to relieve the pain, itch and suffering caused byAD. These are patients who have continuing symptoms, despite having tried a variety of therapies. The eYardstick presents current…
Long COVID-19 (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on April 28, 2022Speaker: Purvi Parikh, MDViewers can earn credit by completing the posttest questions.This program is a collaboration between the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy and Asthma Network.AccreditationThe American…
2022 ACAAI/AAAAI Joint Board Review Certification Course
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleFITs=$250 Members=$350 Nonmembers=$450We believe you will find the 2022 ACAAI/AAAAI ONLINE Joint Board Certification Review Course to be a valuable resource in preparation for the upcoming certification exam as well as for planning future strategies in practice.The course includes more…
SMART Therapy: Making a Science-Based Choice (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on April 18, 2023Speaker: Len Bacharier, MDSMART (Single Maintenance and Reliever Therapy) allows people with asthma to use just one medication for both maintenance and reliever therapy. Both NAEPP and GINA guidelines identify the role of this…
AllergyTalk Severe Pediatric Asthma Miniseries Episode 3: Beyond Standard Therapy, the Role of Current and Future Therapies Including Biologics
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThis episode will examine the role of current and future therapies including biologics for severe pediatric asthma.Explore additional severe pediatric asthma resourcesCommercial SupportThis podcast series is supported by Sanofi Regeneron.Additional informationDisclosure: NA…
AllergyTalk Severe Pediatric Asthma Miniseries Episode 2: Evaluation of the Child, Diagnostic Testing, Assessing Steroid Side Effects
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThis episode will review the evaluation of the child, diagnostic testing, and assessing steroid side effects concerning severe pediatric asthma.Explore additional severe pediatric asthma resourcesCommercial SupportThis podcast series is supported by Sanofi Regeneron.Target AudienceAllergists and ImmunologistsLearning ObjectivesEvaluate…
AllergyTalk Severe Pediatric Asthma Miniseries Episode 1: Burden of Disease, Adherence Issues, and Comorbidities
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThis episode will review the burden of disease, adherence issues, and comorbidities concerning severe pediatric asthma.Explore additional severe pediatric asthma resourcesCommercial SupportThis podcast series is supported by Sanofi Regeneron.Target AudienceAllergists and immunologistsLearning ObjectivesDiscuss the burden of severe…
Allergy Office: Clinical Research - Is it Right for You?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn whether implementing a clinical research program is a good fit for your practice. This 15-minute module will discuss:The pros and cons of implementing a clinical research program in private practice.What you need to get started…
How to Use Technology to Engage Patients
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersStrong patient engagement is key to practice success and positive clinical outcomes, but knowing how to achieve it can be challenging. This webinar outlines digital tools and strategies to drive patient satisfaction, compliance, health outcomes and practice profitability…
Making RVUs Work for You
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersRelative Value Units (RVUs) are very important to the success of your practice; they define the value of a service or procedure relative to all services and procedures. Learn more about how they can be used to benefit…
ACAAI 2023 Allergen Extract Mixing Course
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: $369 for members, $469 for non-membersSeating is limited to 92 attendees, register now!This stand-alone, one day, hands-on workshop is being held on August 5, 2023 at the Chicago O'Hare Airport Hilton. It is geared to train physicians and allied…
MicroCME: Drug Allergy Parameter - An Update
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 24 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. David Khan, reviews updates to the drug allergy practice parameter.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing…
MicroCME: Updates on Sinusitis Parameter
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 21 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Jonathan Bernstein, discusses updates to the sinusitis parameter.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: Updates on Atopic Dermatitis GRADE Guidelines
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 20 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Lynda Schneider, discusses updates on atopic dermatitis GRADE guidelines.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical…
MicroCME: Mimics of Atopic Dermatitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 29 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Marc Serota, discusses conditions that mimic atopic 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…
MicroCME: Evaluation and Management of Cutaneous Reactions to Medication
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 25 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Mariana Castells, discusses the evaluation and management of cutaneous reactions to medication.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to…
MicroCME: Role of Genetic Testing in the Management of Immunodeficiency
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 26 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Charlotte Cunningham-Rundles, discusses the role of genetic testing in the management of immunodeficiency.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education…
