Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB)
Read the full articleMany professional athletes have asthma, but with the right treatment, they can still breathe easy during exercise. Do you have… Overview Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, or EIB, is the preferred term for what was known for years as exercise-induced asthma. Symptoms develop when airways narrow as a…
Asthma-COPD Overlap
Read the full articleAsthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS) is when you have both diseases. Each condition must be treated.… Overview Asthma is considered severe when it is difficult to treat and manage the symptoms. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a collection of lung diseases that cause breathing problems…
Allergic Asthma
Read the full articleAllergic asthma is triggered by allergens such as pollen, pets and dust.… Overview There is often a link between allergies and asthma. Not everyone who has allergies has asthma, and not everyone with asthma has allergies. But allergens such as pollen, dust and pet dander…
Adult Onset Asthma
Read the full articleIt can be frustrating to develop asthma for the first time as an adult. Fortunately, an allergist can help you… Overview Some people don’t show signs of having asthma until they are adults. This is known as adult-onset asthma. What causes adult-onset asthma? There are…
Types of Asthma
Read the full articleUnderstanding what type of asthma you have can result in better treatment and quality of life.… There are many different types of asthma, brought on by many different triggers. If you’re struggling with asthma symptoms – trouble breathing, a persistent cough or tightness in the…
Asthma Action Plan
Read the full articleAn asthma action plan can prevent flare-ups and emergency room visits.… Overview If you have asthma, it’s important to have a plan in place for a range of situations and symptoms. In fact, one of the single most important steps that you can take to…
Asthma Cough
Read the full articleIt’s easy to think that coughing means you have a cold or bronchitis – but if that cough keeps coming… Overview Asthma affects the airways in the lungs, making them inflamed and swollen. The breathing tubes also become reactive, causing them to squeeze and tighten.…
Asthma Attack
Read the full articleAsthma is an inflammation and obstruction of the bronchial tubes — the passages that allow air to enter and leave… Overview An asthma attack can be a terrifying experience. It can feel as if someone is sitting on your chest or there’s a cloud in…
Other Medical Conditions
Read the full articleWhen conditions like the flu or osteoporosis affect your breathing, it's important to let your allergist know.… Overview When asthma is combined with other conditions, such as the flu, chickenpox, osteoporosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, it requires special attention and teamwork with your allergist. An…
Who Gets Asthma?
Read the full articleAsthma can affect people of all ages.… Pregnancy and Asthma Managing your asthma while pregnant is the best thing you can do for you and your baby. Learn to Manage Your Asthma Asthma in Children If your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist…
Asthma 101
Read the full articleWhat is asthma? How do I treat it? Start your journey here.… What Is Asthma? Soccer star David Beckham. Actress Jessica Alba. Singer Billy Joel. What do these celebrities have in common? They all have asthma – a chronic condition that causes inflammation and narrowing…
Food Allergy Testing and Diagnosis
Read the full articleFood allergy testing is a very important step in diagnosing food allergies.… Overview Some people know exactly what food causes their allergy. For example, they eat peanuts or a product with peanut in it and immediately break out in a rash. Others need a doctor’s…
HOME Allergy Management
Read the full articleUse HOME to learn about the different types of indoor allergens and to receive room-by-room tips on managing allergies. Did… Use HOME to learn about the different types of indoor allergens and to receive room-by-room tips on managing allergies. Did you know that for allergy…
Food Allergy Avoidance
Read the full articleThere is no cure for food allergy, and avoidance of the food allergen is the only way to protect against… Overview If you or your child has been diagnosed with a food allergy, you’ll often hear the word “avoidance.” That’s because there is no cure…
Environmental Allergy Avoidance
Read the full articleIf it's not possible to completely avoid an allergen, there are things you can do to decrease your exposure. Here… Allergens Dust Mites Dust mites are tiny bugs that live in bedding, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and carpets. No matter how clean your house is, it's…
Cooking & Baking with Food Allergies
Read the full articleIf you or your child has recently been diagnosed with a food allergy, you may find yourself looking for a… Overview How does one go about making a birthday cake without wheat? Are pancakes now off-limits because you are not able to use eggs? Will…
Living With Allergies
Read the full articleLiving with allergies means working to make your environment as free of allergens as possible.… There are steps you can take to reduce the allergen load in your house and other environments. Do you ever feel like you or someone you know is constantly coughing,…
Epinephrine Auto-injector
Read the full articleThe first-line treatment for anaphylaxis is epinephrine (adrenaline).… Overview A food allergy reaction can cause symptoms that range from mild to life-threatening. In the United States, food allergy is the leading cause of severe, life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) outside the hospital setting. People who have previously experienced…
Medications
Read the full articleIf you feel like you can't avoid allergens, there are many medicines that can help control allergy symptoms.… Decongestants and antihistamines are the most common allergy medications. They help to reduce a stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing and itching. Other medications work by preventing the…
Allergy Shots
Read the full articleShots are effective in treating reactions to many allergens.… Overview Allergy shots are the most commonly used and most effective form of allergy immunotherapy. They are indicated for the treatment of allergic conditions affecting the nose and eyes (allergic rhino-conjunctivitis), ears (allergic otitis media), lungs…
Membership Types
Read the full articleACAAI Membership Types Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology unlocks opportunities and benefits found… ACAAI Membership Types Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology unlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Member For physicians…
CPT code 95165 - What’s a dose for Medicare billing?
Read the full articleMedicare defines a dose, for billing purposes only, as 1cc of extract and does not cover dilutions. Medicare reimbursement is… Allergists commonly bill CPT code 95165, which describes services for the supervision of preparation and provision of antigens for allergen immunotherapy. It is important…
Nominate a FIT for 2024 Annals Award
Read the full articleFITs who publish the best original research or review in Annals will receive a cash award of up to $2,500. Multiple… Have you read outstanding original research or an excellent review in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology written by a Fellow-in-Training? Consider nominating them…
Get ready for Asthma and Allergy Awareness month 2024
Read the full articleBe prepared for this awareness month, when attention is focused on asthma and allergies. It’s a great opportunity to share… Coming soon – National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in May! You’ll want to be prepared for this awareness month, when attention is focused…
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…
Join Our Corporate Council
Read the full articleAbout the Corporate Council The ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than… About the Corporate CouncilThe ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than 3,000 who are board-certified by the…
2023 MIPS Emergency Exception Applications reopened due to Change Healthcare cyberattack
Read the full articleCMS will only approve applications citing this cyberattack as the basis for requesting reweighting under the MIPS EUC Exception.… In response to the Change Healthcare cyberattack in late February, CMS extended the 2023 MIPS data submission deadline and is now reopening the 2023 MIPS…
ACAAI practice manager membership
Read the full articleIs your practice manager/administrator a member of the College? If not, you’re missing an opportunity to elevate your practice –… Is your practice manager/administrator a member of the College? If not, you’re missing a golden opportunity to elevate your practice – for free! The…
Coding Conundrum – E/M plus Testing
Read the full articleRecently we received a query from a member about coding an oral challenge and an office visit on the same… The Advocacy Council often receives queries from members on correctly coding specific scenarios. Recently we received a request about coding an oral challenge and…
Change Healthcare Cyberattack - continuing coverage
Read the full articleHere is the latest update from UnitedHealth Group. We encourage you to bookmark and check the UHG site regularly for… The Advocacy Council is aware many practices have experienced devastating fallout from the Change Healthcare cyberattack – an issue directly affecting cash flow that…
March 2024 Annals highlights
Read the full articleThis month’s articles and reviews provide guidance for these changes in our treatment pathways.… As spring arrives and pollen season begins, the current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology highlights many of the new changes that are coming to our field. As…
Eastern Pulmonary Conference
-Read the full articleUpdate in Pulmonary Disease: Current, Relevant and Interactive. The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL. Learn more… Update in Pulmonary Disease: Current, Relevant and Interactive. The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL. Learn more…
Toledo Allergy Society 13th Annual Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Conference
Read the full articleSave the dates! The Toledo Allergy Society’s 13th Annual Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Conference will take place September 4, 2024.… Save the dates! The Toledo Allergy Society's 13th Annual Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Conference will take place September 4, 2024. Learn more…
Tennessee Society of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (TSAAI) Annual Meeting
-Read the full articleSave the dates! TSAAI’s annual educational meeting consists of presentations by recognized speakers in the field of allergy, asthma and immunology.… Save the dates! TSAAI’s annual educational meeting consists of presentations by recognized speakers in the field of allergy, asthma and immunology. Learn more…
A Midsummer Night’s Wheeze, 31st Annual Education Meeting
-Read the full articleFairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma, CA. Learn more… Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma, CA. Learn more…
Eastern Allergy Conference
-Read the full articleJoin us for the Eastern Allergy Conference as we bring you the most current information from the field’s top experts… Join us for the Eastern Allergy Conference as we bring you the most current information from the field's top experts on Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Jointly…
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California (AAIFNC) Annual Symposium
Read the full articleAnnual Symposium, “Bridges to Understanding,” Saturday, April 27, 2024, Hotel Nikko, San Francisco, CA. The symposium is for practicing allergists… Annual Symposium, “Bridges to Understanding,” Saturday, April 27, 2024, Hotel Nikko, San Francisco, CA. The symposium is for practicing allergists and allied health care providers…
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Society of Georgia 2024 Annual Meeting
-Read the full articleMay 3-5, 2024, Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge, Buford, GA. Learn more… May 3-5, 2024, Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge, Buford, GA. Learn more…
It takes a village
Read the full articleWhat does it take to bring the ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting to life each year? Believe it or not, planning… One of the most interesting parts of being president of the College is the ability to see many things “up close and personal” that…
AllergyTalk: Two Special Podcasts: Omalizumab for Food Allergy
Read the full articleOn February 16, 2024, the FDA announced the approval of the first biologic medication to treat patients with food allergy,… On February 16, 2024, the FDA announced the approval of the first biologic medication to treat patients with food allergy, omalizumab.…
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