Allergy Shots
Read the full articleShots are effective in treating reactions to many allergens.… the risks of allergy shots? There is a small danger of anaphylactic shock (a severe allergic reaction) shortly after an injection. Therefore, allergy shots are given in an allergist’s office. Can allergy shots relieve asthma? Allergy shots are effective…
Allergy shots may be an effective treatment for pediatric pollen food allergy syndrome
Read the full articleNew study shows improved symptoms in 55 percent of children.… A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Houston shows that allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy) can be effective in reducing PFAS symptoms for pediatric…
Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots)
Read the full articleFind answers to popular questions about allergy shots.… …
Immunotherapy
Read the full articleImmunotherapy can be very effective in relieving allergy symptoms.… Two types of immunotherapy are available. Allergy Shots If your asthma is triggered by an allergy, you should consider allergy shots, which are very effective in relieving allergy symptoms and in some cases can actually cure…
New research shows 73 percent of allergists prescribe under-the-tongue allergy tablets
Read the full articleFour FDA-approved tablets available for battling allergies.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (April 2, 2019) – Allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy or SCIT) have been available for more than 100 years. Allergy tablets (sublingual immunotherapy or SLIT) have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration…
Choosing an Allergist
Read the full articlePeople with asthma or allergies need to see a doctor who’s an expert or specialist in treating asthma and allergies.… doctor to see an allergist? Can I continue to see an allergist after asthma or allergies have been diagnosed? What asthma or allergy testing does…
Leaves are falling. Autumn is calling. So are fall allergies
Read the full articleImmunotherapy could be the “shot in the arm” you need to treat your allergies.… immunotherapy is an option. “Immunotherapy, in the form of allergy shots or under-the-tongue tablets, can make a huge difference for allergy sufferers,” says allergist Todd Mahr, MD, president of the American…
Medication
Read the full articleToday, there are many effective medicines to treat asthma.… treatment is right for you and work with you to make sure the treatment is effective.ImmunotherapyTwo types of immunotherapy are available: allergy shots and sublingual (under the tongue) tablets. If your asthma is triggered by an…
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… you have a pet at home, take specific steps to limit exposure.Nasal sprays, antihistamines and bronchodilators can help relieve symptoms.Consider allergy shots (immunotherapy). Do you want to…
Cameron L.
Read the full articleGoing to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited… catcher for his Little League baseball team, sees an allergist to help manage his allergies to peanuts and chocolate. He also gets allergy shots to…
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… on the paper. “They also hinder the ability of patients with allergic conditions to obtain relief.” Allergen immunotherapy in the form of allergy shots, also known…
Fran H.
Read the full articleFran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn’t always the case. Five years ago Fran developed a chronic… a daylong series of allergy shots that increased Fran's tolerance to the things she was allergic to. Afterward Fran received weekly allergy shots and now…
Josh C.
Read the full articleJosh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you… Josh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you saw him today, it may…
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…
Is it safe to take asthma medications when pregnant?
Read the full articleIndividuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are thought to be… English Transcript Allergist Syed Shahzad Mustafa, MD: Individuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are…
Who Gets Allergies?
Read the full articleAllergies tend to run in families. If you have allergies, it's very likely that at least one of your parents… Does someone in your family have allergies? If so, you might have allergies too. That’s because allergies are often hereditary. While allergies are more common…
Treatment
Read the full articleOften the best way to control asthma symptoms is to avoid whatever causes them.… OverviewEffective treatment of allergic asthma includes identifying and avoiding allergens that trigger symptoms, using drug therapies and developing an emergency action plan for severe attacks. Your allergist may also recommend that you monitor…
Allergy Immunotherapy
Read the full articleDepending on the type of allergy you have, you can train your body to become less allergic.… Overview Immunotherapy is a preventive treatment for allergic reactions to substances such as grass pollens, house dust mites and bee venom. Immunotherapy involves giving gradually increasing doses of the substance,…
Giselle R.
Read the full articleAs a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and… As 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, you…
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…
Allergy Shots
in Immunotherapy Share Decision-Making | Resource Type: ZIPRead the full articleThis handout provides information to your patient about what is involved in subcutaneous immunotherapy… This handout provides information to your patient about what is involved in subcutaneous immunotherapy…
Modifications in SCIT and a review of reported mechanism of effectiveness of allergen-specific immunotherapy
Read the full articleAs September winds down, I am hopeful that your teams are winning, that the weather is starting to cool off… As September winds down, I am hopeful that your teams are winning, that the weather is starting to cool off and that you have had…
Are you struggling with SCIT noncompliance?
Read the full articleHas your practice experienced an increase in subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) non-compliance? If so, you’re not alone! At the College,… allergy immunotherapy. Time and effort spent by allergists and staff can be very beneficial.” His practice has a very low level of SCIT non-compliance, thanks…
Challenges in SLIT vs SCIT and initial results of a food allergen oral immunotherapy study
Read the full articleFall is coming to the Northern hemisphere. School has started everywhere, and the football season is firing up in North… Nelson, MD, FACAAI, from Denver, that discusses the continuing challenges for both therapies which limit their wider-spread utility. Such challenges for SCIT include safety, duration…
Are you struggling with SCIT noncompliance?
in Immunotherapy Share Decision-Making | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleFind out what experts on the Practice Management Committee recommend for helping patients adhere to their treatment plans. … Find out what experts on the Practice Management Committee recommend for helping patients adhere to their treatment plans. …
2023 – USP 797 Implementation Nov. 1
Read the full articleSection 21 applies to physicians mixing patient specific allergen extracts in their offices for subcutaneous immunotherapy. The remainder of USP… Allergy practices must comply with USP 797 – Section 21 – the Allergy Exception – beginning Nov. 1, 2023. Section 21 applies to physicians…
DASH FAQ
Read the full articleAre YOU ready to join the fight? Support DASH now.… to affordable allergy shots. The restrictions proposed by USP would make allergy shots so expensive that average patients could not afford them. Allergy shots are the only treatment for allergies that actually modify the immune…
Records audits are on the rise
Read the full articleMembers have advised the Advocacy Council of an issue that seems to be spreading nationwide – audits by insurers of claims submitted by allergy practices for routine services like skin testing, allergy vials, and subcutaneous immunotherapy. If an audit letter from one of your…
COVID-19: Lessons learned from allergists
Read the full articleAs the COVID-19 pandemic persists through the summer, allergy/immunology practices are adjusting to a new normal. Nine members of the… if they have a history of recurring infections, you are the specialists who can look into issues with their immune system.Allergy shots and skin testing:…
Asthma & Allergy Awareness Toolkit
Read the full articleUse the resources in this kit for ongoing outreach to your patients and your community to help raise awareness about… via direct communication with your patients to help them get informed about allergies and asthma! Some key pages to share include: Asthma Allergy Shots Skin Allergy…
Lessons learned from allergists during COVID-19
Read the full articleAfter several months in pandemic mode, allergy/immunology practices are adjusting to a new normal. Below, nine members of the Practice… human resources/staffing, operations/safety and scheduling. In a follow-up next week, get tips on billing, patient communication, skin testing and allergy shots.These tips are not official…
Help patients understand their conditions
Read the full articlereceive a discount when ordering. Order today this handy take-home information for your patients! “Advice From Your Allergist” brochure topics include: Allergy shots Allergy testing Asthma Atopic dermatitis Drug reactions Eczema Eye allergies Food allergies Hives Insect stings Latex allergy Managing asthma during pregnancy…
Advocacy Council supports efforts to control PBMs
Read the full articleLearn more...… This year, multiple Congressional committees have been busy debating and drafting legislation targeting Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) business practices and profits. PBMs are the “middlemen” between the doctor and the insurance company that determines which drugs are covered and which drugs require…
Joining together to fight for the practicing allergist
Read the full articleWith so many new regulations and issues affecting the practicing allergist, our Advocacy Council and College leadership are fighting to… With so many new regulations and issues affecting the practicing allergist, our Advocacy Council and College leadership are fighting to make sure your voices are…
What are the codes for SLIT? We’ve got it!
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council often gets questions from College members wondering what the correct codes for SLIT are. Luckily, we’ve got… The Advocacy Council often gets questions from College members wondering what the correct codes for SLIT are. Luckily, we’ve got the answers!What are the correct…
Talking Points on Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) for Physicians Practicing in the United States
Read the full article1) Dosing practical issues: build-up schedule, dose, dosing frequency and duration a)¬†What is the effective SLIT dosing range?‚Äã In a… 1) Dosing practical issues: build-up schedule, dose, dosing frequency and duration a)¬†What is the effective SLIT dosing range?‚Äã In a comprehensive review of SLIT…
Survival Tips for A/I Practices During COVID-19
Read the full articleCOVID-19 is taking a financial toll on many allergy/immunology practices. College Advocacy Council and Practice Management Committee leaders developed the… COVID-19 is taking a financial toll on many allergy/immunology practices. College Advocacy Council and Practice Management Committee leaders developed the following tips to help you…
Your leadership's decisions
Read the full articleThe following are key actions taken by the Board of Regents at its Nov. 15 meeting and by the Executive… The following are key actions taken by the Board of Regents at its Nov. 15 meeting and by the Executive Committee at its Jan. 15…
Evidence for using point-of-care ultrasonography as a clinical office tool, the venom immunotherapy shortages as an example of payment structure of medical services, and value of the ABAI MOC program
Read the full articleMost of us in North America are in the midst of the summer heat. This has made indoor (or at… Most of us in North America are in the midst of the summer heat. This has made indoor (or at least shaded outdoor) activities a…
Help ease back-to-school issues
Read the full articleRagweed season is the time of year many of your patients may dread, and it’s likely your patients are seeking relief from their itchy eyes, runny noses and other symptoms. And, as kids head back to school, they may be experiencing more asthma…
Allergy Office: Optimizing Schedules
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to optimize your scheduling. In this 15-minute module, we’ll explore ways to:Increase patient access to appointmentsImprove patient satisfaction with appointments and wait timesMaximize practice efficiency with biologics, allergy shots and moreAnalyze your workflow…
Allergy Office: Coding for Immunotherapy
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersThis module was reviewed and updated in November, 2023.Learn how to correctly code for various types of immunotherapy. This 15-minute module will cover ICD-10 and CPT coding for:Inhalant allergen immunotherapySublingual immunotherapy (SLIT)Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT…
AllergyTalk Episode 41 - A Promising New Treatment for SCID!
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleTrainingLearning ObjectivesUpon completion of this podcast, the participant should be able to:1. Discuss racial and ethnic disparities in prescribing patterns of subcutaneous immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis.2. Discuss the method of CRISPR base editing to cure severe combined immunodeficiency. Additional informationDisclosure: As required by…
On Demand ACAAI 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleAllergists Office - Session Two: The Compliant Mixing RoomBreastfeeding and Maternal Diet in Eczema and Food AllergiesPlenary - Implementing New Guidelines Into PracticeWorld Allergy Organization Forum: New Approaches to Drug AllergiesHow Do I Know if Allergy Shots are Working?Advances in Food Allergy ImmunotherapyAspirin Desensitization vs…
Allergy Office: Essentials
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlebite-sized chunks that can be quickly implemented in your practice. Each module takes about 15 minutes, and the series focuses on allergy practice improvement strategies in six key areas:Reducing no-shows (updated 06/2024)Hiring and onboarding (updated 05/2024)Managing employees (updated…
AIM Self-Assessment: Volume One (2023)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleposttest scores, and a peer-to-peer comparison that shows how one compares to their colleagues answering the same questions. Find other allergy-related courses on our MicroCME page--free to College members!AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the…
AIM Self-Assessment: Volume Two
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleComparison: This final mode provides a comparison chart showing one’s pretest vs posttest scores, and a peer-to-peer comparison that shows how one compares to their colleagues answering the same questions.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the…
Safe Steroid Use: A Self-Assessment Module 2024
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleComparison: This final mode provides a comparison chart showing one’s pretest vs posttest scores, and a peer-to-peer comparison that shows how one compares to their colleagues answering the same questions.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the…
