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,…
Algunos alérgenos que causan dermatitis por contacto se encuentran en las mascarillas que previenen la COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de la mascarilla a aquellas personas…
Con o sin alergias, el resultado final es similar para todos los pacientes hospitalizados con COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo podrían verse afectadas las personas…
Las tasas de visitas por asma durante el COVID-19 aumentaron gracias a la telemedicina
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina en pacientes de todas las…
Casi uno de cada cinco niños con alergias alimentarias y uno de cada cinco padres de niños con alergias alimentarias son acosados
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son a menudo acosados por sus…
Las alergias alimentarias afectan más a las familias asiáticas
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de vida de quienes las padecen.…
Los niños negros e hispanos de EE. UU. tienen el eccema más grave que los niños blancos
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma de forma desmesurada, también se…
Luz Fonacier fue instalada como presidenta del ACAAI
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) – El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) - El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la Dra. Luz Fonacier de Mineola…
Moms Need Guidance on What to Eat When Their Breastfeeding Infant Has a Food Allergy
Read the full articleStudy shows 30% of moms got conflicting advice on eating the same food their infant is allergic to… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 4, 2021) – Many new mothers with infants want very much to breastfeed as it is the gold standard for early nutrition. What to…
Does More Pollen Mean Worse Allergy Symptoms? Probably
Read the full articleNew studies show an increase in pollen due to climate change… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 21, 2021) – Your nose may already be aware of the findings from a recent study, namely that climate change has made pollen season longer and worse throughout North America. It’s…
This Summer, Camps Need to Protect Kids From COVID-19, and Allergy and Asthma Triggers
Read the full articleMake sure the camp you choose has precautions in place to keep your allergic camper safe… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 5, 2021) – If last summer you had to forgo summer camp for your child with allergies or asthma due to COVID-19 restrictions, know that the…
Donating your plasma saves the lives of those with Primary Immunodeficiency
Read the full articleCurrent shortage of plasma threatens lives of people on Immune Globulin therapy.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 22, 2020) – Did you know there are tens of thousands of people who could benefit from your life-saving plasma donation? The U.S. is currently experiencing a devastating shortage of…
Recommendations on the use of face masks to reduce COVID-19 transmission
Read the full articleFrom the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with asthma have questions about wearing masks in public. This guidance is provided to aid physician-patient discussions…
“Saharan plume” brings additional eye, nose and throat irritation to allergy sufferers
Read the full articleThose with asthma might find dust will cause more serious flares.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 24, 2020) – A giant plume of dust originating in the Sarahan Desert is heading towards the southeastern United States from 5,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean and predicted to wreak…
ACAAI Announces Virtual 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleCutting edge research, symposia and dynamic plenary sessions will still be featured.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 8, 2020) – After closely monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its continuing impact on patients, allergy practices and the country, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
With social distancing and precautions, your 4th of July can be free of allergy and asthma symptoms
Read the full articleCOVID-19 will mean more planning to make the 4th of July fun and safe.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 16, 2020) – There’s a good chance the town or village you live in has altered or cancelled their 4th of July events this year. You’ll probably need…
Information blocking update
Read the full articleA practice/practitioner will not be considered as participating in information blocking if it falls under one of the nine… The Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) recently published two final rules addressing…
Board of Regents Nominations Accepted Until Feb. 17!
Read the full articleThe College is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Apply Now!… The College is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Apply Now!…
Map out your year and consider how you can contribute in 2025
Read the full articleOne of the best things about an organization like ACAAI is the range of activities, each with a different focus… When I was a teenager, my father once accused me of being a procrastinator. I responded at the time, “Dad, I am not a…
New administration’s impact on allergy
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council wants to address some important developments in the recent presidential administration change and its potential impact.… The College’s Advocacy Council wants to address some important developments regarding the recent change in presidential administration and its potential impact on allergy. We acknowledge…
AllergyWatch kicks off 2025 with engaging asthma and food allergy articles
Read the full articleThe latest issue includes a heavy emphasis on asthma, including prevention, improved understanding of underlying pathophysiology, and more.… The January/February issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need quickly. In this issue, you’ll find: A…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Xolair / Food Allergy
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… ACAAI and the Advocacy Council of the ACAAI (the AC) caution that the information provided on this site does not constitute legal advice. In addition, the ACAAI and the…
Medicare payment policies for telehealth
in Telehealth | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleRead the latest on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage for telehealth.… Read the latest on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage for telehealth.…
Medicare telemedicine rules and coverage for 2025
in Telehealth | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleCongress has passed legislation to extend some of the most popular telehealth coverage flexibilities.… Congress has passed legislation to extend some of the most popular telehealth coverage flexibilities.…
Do we have the best contact info for you?
Read the full articleYour ACAAI membership gives you access to many resources exclusive to College members. Make sure we have your correct information… Your ACAAI membership gives you access to many resources that are exclusive to College members. And often, you learn about member resources and benefits…
Staying up to date on best practices for treating anaphylaxis
Read the full articleAs allergists/immunologists, we all share the constant anxiety of our patients who are at risk from anaphylaxis.… With a new disaster popping up every few weeks here in the U.S., it is natural to focus on the latest, most critical, and most life-threatening events.…
Advocacy Council work pays off! Medicare may pay for some dilutions.
Read the full articleA Medicare Administrative Contractor for practices in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA (excluding Arlington County, Fairfax County, and Alexandria),… A Medicare Administrative Contractor for practices in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA (excluding Arlington County, Fairfax County, and Alexandria), and WV - has acknowledged that for…
Billing for E/M and testing on the same day
Read the full articleAllergists often get pushback when trying to bill for an E/M visit on the same day as allergy testing or… Allergists often get pushback when trying to bill for an E/M visit on the same day as allergy testing or an oral challenge. Theoretically,…
Understanding the state of Medicare telehealth coverage
Read the full articleCMS lost the authority to provide flexibility in covering telehealth when the PHE expired. Legislation has been passed to extend… The COVID-19 pandemic brought about many popular changes to how Medicare covers telehealth. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) used special authority…
Time For An Allergist campaign continues its success
Read the full articleAs of mid-December, we have achieved excellent results with this outreach effort that’s targeted to primary care physicians and other… In September 2022, the College launched its “Time for an Allergist” campaign. Videos starring celebrity John C. McGinley (of the hit TV show Scrubs)…
Do patients and primary care providers know all the ways you can help?
Read the full articleCheck out our campaign to help educate PCPs as well as current and new patients about all the conditions you treat. Get inspired. Get connected. Get referrals. The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has been working tirelessly on your behalf to help…
New telemedicine evaluation and management service codes
Read the full articleThe AMA CPT Editorial Panel established 17 telemedicine codes. Practitioners should not bill Medicare using CPT codes 98000 –… The American Medical Association CPT Editorial Panel established 17 telemedicine codes. These evaluation and management (E/M) codes correspond with the time spent with a patient,…
The January issue of Annals focuses on biologics and asthma
Read the full articleMust-reads include a new Food Allergy Yardstick, as well as guidance on the use of CPT codes for allergen… Happy New Year! As the new year begins, it is a great time to peruse another issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Must-reads…
Patient guide to understanding penicillin allergies - Spanish
in Penicillin | Resource Type: PDFRead the full articleMuchas personas creen que son alérgicas a la penicilina, pero las investigaciones muestran que hasta el 90 % de las… Muchas personas creen que son alérgicas a la penicilina, pero las investigaciones muestran que hasta el 90 % de las personas que creen que son…
Patient guide to understanding penicillin allergies - English
in Penicillin | Resource Type: PDFRead the full articleMany people think they’re allergic to penicillin, but research shows that up to 90% of people who think they’re allergic… Many people think they’re allergic to penicillin, but research shows that up to 90% of people who think they’re allergic to penicillin can safely take…
