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Lawmakers have begun to focus on one option: expanding site-neutral payments for services in off-campus Hospital Outpatient Departments.… Controlling health care costs and addressing vertical consolidation in health care is a bipartisan priority in this Congress. As a result, lawmakers are considering a wide…

The AMA’s House of Delegates is a platform where we can raise our advocacy voice to lobby for issues affecting… Allergy is one of the smaller subspecialties in the world of medicine, but our partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA) – and the…

Allergies don’t stop during the holiday season, so now is a great time to consider ways to promote your services… Allergies don’t stop during the holiday season, so now is a great time to consider ways to promote your services as an allergist. The…

When your patients have tried different therapies without relief, it may be time to discuss other treatment options.… When your patients have tried different therapies without relief, it may be time to discuss other treatment options. As the leader in resources for allergists and…

This article provides a summary of key, final changes to the QPP governing the traditional Merit-based Incentive Payment System… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released its final rule with updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP) for 2024 (the Final…

This expert group is now looking at a variety of value-based care arrangements that can benefit allergists… The College’s Value-Based Care (VBC) Task Force is on a mission for allergists. Previously known as the APM Task Force, it has been renamed the Value-Based Care…

A primary emphasis is to foster and promote the partnership between practicing community allergists and academic allergists/immunologists.… At the Annual Scientific Meeting in Anaheim last week, Gailen D. Marshall, Jr., MD, PhD, FACAAI was inducted as the 2023-2024 president of the College. Many of…

Participants had their pick of sessions on topics ranging from anaphylaxis, atopic dermatitis, biologics, coding, EOE, OIT and more.… The College’s 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting brought together nearly 2,000 health care providers in person in Anaheim, California and an additional 530 through our Livestream…

The College is again partnering with MGMA to collect allergy compensation data and practice cost and revenue data.… The College is again partnering with MGMA to collect allergy compensation data and practice cost and revenue data. Participation is easy! Survey data is auto-mapped directly…

The Medical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis eYardstick presents an interactive version of the recent annals yardstick allowing users the opportunity… The Medical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis eYardstick presents an interactive version of the recent annals yardstick allowing users the opportunity to explore the concepts presented…

Embracing the Evolution of Patient Care - You'll take what you learn from Podium to Practice at the ACAAI 2023… Embracing the Evolution of Patient Care - You'll take what you learn from Podium to Practice at the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting…

This 3-day CME program – developed jointly by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and the Canadian… This 3-day CME program – developed jointly by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (CSACI)…

Dr. Gross has been a College Fellow for 37 years and was the recipient of the ACAAI Distinguished Service Award… The Gold Headed Cane Award is given annually to a College Fellow who has demonstrated the highest standards of scientific excellence and integrity. This…

Other newly elected ACAAI officers are Cherie Zachary, MD, Eagan, MN as vice president and Kelly Maples, MD, Norfolk, VA… James Tracy is president-elect ANAHEIM, Calif. (November 12, 2023) – Allergist Gailen Marshall, MD, PhD, of Jackson, MS, was installed as president of the…

Grab a cup of tea or coffee and curl up on the couch to read this issue — it will… As the leaves fall and the weather gets colder, autumn is in full swing. This month’s Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology explores the…

Dr. Miller is a strong advocate for our specialty and was recognized for his efforts by California Senator Bob… Travis A. Miller, MD, FACAAI assumed the position of Chair of the Advocacy Council at its Board meeting on Sunday, Nov. 12. Dr. Miller is…

Learn 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…

According to MGMA, more than 70% of denied claims can be successfully appealed – if you make the effort.… What’s your practice’s “first pass” claim denial rate? Ideally, it should be under 5% – but many practices are at 10-15%. According to MGMA, more…

How can you help your colleagues’ voices to be heard? Find out what it takes to be a state delegate… The College’s House of Delegates (HOD) continues its mission to work with local and state societies, relaying important information from them back to the…

Audit / Compliance How will USP 797 rules be enforced? Will there be inspections? Are there penalties for non-compliance? USP… Audit / Compliance How will USP 797 rules be enforced? Will there be inspections? Are there penalties for non-compliance? USP has no enforcement authority, but…