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Value-Based Care Task Force identifies opportunities for allergists
Read the full articleThis 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…

Meet the new College President
Read the full articleA 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…

2023 Annual Scientific Meeting in Anaheim was a huge success
Read the full articleParticipants 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…

2024 MGMA Compensation and Cost & Revenue Surveys Now Open!
Read the full articleThe 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…

Medical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis eYardstick
Read the full articleThe 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…

College Advantage: Fall 2023
Read the full articleEmbracing 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…

Register now for NAPAAC 2024, April 12-14, 2024, Las Vegas
Read the full articleThis 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. Gary N. Gross to receive 2023 Gold Headed Cane Award
Read the full articleDr. 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…

Gailen Marshall Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleOther 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…

November 2023 Annals highlights
Read the full articleGrab 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…

2023 Advocacy Council’s New Leader
Read the full articleDr. 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…

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…

Get help with appeals and denials
Read the full articleAccording 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…

The College’s HOD continues its mission
Read the full articleHow 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…

USP 797 FAQs
Read the full articleAudit / 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…

Our most frequently asked USP 797 question
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council encourages all allergists to implement USP standards and believes an AECA is the best option for most… The latest USP 797 rule that goes into effect Nov. 1 can be confusing, and unfortunately, some misinformation is circulating. Our answer to the…

Office-based Anaphylaxis Toolkit
Read the full articleThis office-based anaphylaxis toolkit is intended as an educational and clinical resource and includes training scenarios, an interactive e-parameter and… …

Get up to date on advocacy issues and more
Read the full articleAt the Annual Meeting in Anaheim, find out how the Advocacy Council has been working for you and attend sessions… The Advocacy Council wants to ensure you have what you need to enhance your practice and lighten your workload, and there are many valuable…

Community Allergists Partnership in Education program launches
Read the full articleIf you would enjoy teaching future generations of physicians about our specialty, then the CAPE program is ideal to help… ACAAI President Kathleen R. May, MD, FACAAI recently announced the launch of a new College program – the Community Allergists Partnership in Education (CAPE)…

Challenging case of abdominal pain
Read the full articleA 45-year-old woman presents to the ER with complaints of abdominal pain, diarrhea and syncope. Read about the diagnosis.… Case: A 45-year-old woman presents to the ER with complaints of abdominal pain, diarrhea and syncope. CT scan findings were consistent with colitis, so antibiotics…

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