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for healthcare workers to comply with its vaccination mandate to March 15th in states that legally challenged the requirement. National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Director Dr. Anthony Fauci expects the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to authorize Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine…

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published a letter to clinicians explaining how they can receive credit toward… such as Ebola but it was not effective. Gilead began testing its use to treat COVID-19 in February.National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)…

The bill is the product of many compromises and negotiations between the House and Senate and includes most of the… other areas, such as energy and immigration reform. While Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates are never completely accurate, the CBO’s analysis shows the bill will…

Learn about eligibility requirements for Training Program Directors and Institutions, FIT Candidates, and Accountability Requirements.… the fellow-in-training. Program Participation and Engagement The training program director must be an active member of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) for at least two years…

years. Pfizer is now testing the immunizing effects of a third dose for this six month – five-year age group. New research shows vaccinated patients who are hospitalized with COVID-19 have shorter hospital stays than unvaccinated patients. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious…

Allergies don’t stop during the holiday season, so now is a great time to consider ways to promote your services… a Flu Shot is Vital to Protecting Your Health How to Plan a Holiday Season Free of COVID, Allergies and Asthma Keeping Allergy and Asthma…

It’s that time of year again – the results of the Medscape Allergist Compensation Report are here. Allergists generally fared… are holding their own financially though many feel they are under-compensated. It is important to note that over 80% would choose allergy again," said Michael…

“These are the times that try men’s souls.” Those immortal words were written by patriot Thomas Paine in the American… office issues in this pandemic. Many are suggesting we suspend non-essential medical services. I believe our services ARE essential because research shows we keep asthmatics out of the hospital. By keeping outpatient…

Is your practice manager a College member? If not, you’re probably not taking advantage of everything the College has to… our ground-breaking prior authorization appeal letter generator. Discounts on continuing ed. They’ll get a discounted rate ($59) on our new Allergy Office Essentials educational package,…

On behalf of allergists, the Advocacy Council of ACAAI (formerly JCAAI) has recently identified three issues we thought were important… failed to get a residency slot and that number increased substantially for 2014. We also noted that there were not enough residency slots to allow…

Exciting changes are coming for allied health attendees at the 2019 Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 7 – 11, in Houston.… the Education of Allergy Emergencies – Spotlight on Anaphylaxis Workshop, just for Allied Health members on Saturday. There are a limited number of spots and…

Membership 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…

This vignette¬†describes¬†a patient and disease allergists treat. Determine how you would code this scenario, and¬†follow the link to check your… This vignette¬†describes¬†a patient and disease allergists treat. Determine how you would code this scenario, and¬†follow the link to check your answer against the Advocacy Council‚Äôs…

House Democrats are preparing to introduce a new relief bill by the end of the week. Without Republican support, however,… House Democrats are preparing to introduce a new relief bill by the end of the week. Without Republican support, however, the bill has no chance…

Beginning next week, states can order COVID-19 vaccines in preparation for efforts to vaccinate children ages 5-11. The FDA’s Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) unanimously voted to recommend Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of the Johnson & Johnson booster vaccine…

By having your practice manager or office administrator join the College, you can help take your practice to the next level… By having your practice manager or office administrator join the College, you can help take your practice to the next level by giving them access to…

Pfizer’s CEO predicts people will receive annual COVID-19 vaccines. The CDC updated its website and guidelines including Interim Guidance for Managing Healthcare Personnel with SARS-CoV-2 Infection or Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and Strategies to Mitigate Healthcare Personnel Staffing Shortages…

As we noted in last week’s Insider, there continues to be concerns about pricing and adequate availability of venoms for… As we noted in last week’s Insider, there continues to be concerns about pricing and adequate availability of venoms for testing and treatment. We also…

Key points in this update: FDA issues emergency use authorization (EUA) for convalescent plasma therapy amongst controversy. CDC director expresses… Key points in this update:FDA issues emergency use authorization (EUA) for convalescent plasma therapy amongst controversy.CDC director expresses concern about influenza exacerbating COVID-19 pandemic.Hong Kong…

Marketing your practice has never been easier. Simply download the resources in this toolkit, distribute them to your patients, community… There are no better advocates for promoting your practice and the role of allergists in your community than you, your staff and your patients.…