Extract preparation – virtual exception
Read the full articleThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) previously established this “immediate availability” requirement to mean in-person – not virtual… As discussed in the last week’s Insider article – Extract Preparation – Physician Supervision – Medicare rules require that when clinical staff prepare allergen…
Honor Roll
Read the full article50K Club The following donors have contributed at least $50,000: Alnoor A. Malick, MDKathleen R. May, MD ACAAIAlliance of the… 50K ClubThe following donors have contributed at least $50,000:Alnoor A. Malick, MDKathleen R. May, MDACAAIAlliance of the ACAAI 30K ClubThe following donors have contributed at…
Your questions answered - summer 2023
Read the full articleWe asked the College’s Executive Medical Director about the unique contributions of older and younger members in committee work.… We asked the College’s Executive Medical Director about the unique contributions of older and younger members in committee work. Q. We are seeing more age…
Spotlight on Clinical Programs, Patient Safety and Quality Committee
Read the full articleThe Committee is planning a webinar on vaccine immunology for this fall, along with other related resources to help educate… The Clinical Programs, Patient Safety & Quality (CPPSQ) Committee, chaired by Mary Hudelson, MD, FACAAI, supports the College’s educational efforts by developing content in…
Making the most of your volunteer experience
Read the full articleDo you want to be more involved with your committee? Here are a few tips on making the most of… Do you want to be more involved with your committee? Here are a few tips on making the most of your experience: Attend all…
Planning for the 2023 Annual Meeting and more
Read the full articleWe also are planning an array of social and networking events in addition to terrific scientific and clinical meeting… As the calendar page has turned to September, our thoughts at the College are filled with visions of our upcoming Annual Scientific Meeting, November 9-13…
New definition of asthma remission on treatment developed
Read the full articleOn Sept. 7, a new working definition for clinical remission on treatment in asthma was published in Annals of Allergy,… On Sept. 7, a new working definition for clinical remission on treatment in asthma was published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. The…
EFT fees burden physician offices
Read the full articleFor years, physicians have faced reduced payments from commercial health plans using virtual credit cards and third-party electronic payment vendors… The Affordable Care Act required health plans to offer medical practices an option of receiving reimbursement through a standardized Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) method.…
August 2023 Annals highlights
Read the full articleThe current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focuses on a hot topic that we as allergists manage… As the summer rolls along with its continuing heat wave, the current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focuses on a hot…
CMS publishes list of products subject to Medicare price negotiation
Read the full articleThe Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) had many provisions only indirectly related to inflation, including important changes to… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently published the list of 10 drug and biologic products (download the list) that are subject to…
2024 Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule – impact on allergy practices
Read the full articleThis article summarizes key proposals concerning the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) that would impact allergy practices.… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule updating the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program for calendar year 2024 (Proposed…
Hands-on training
Read the full articleWhen you register for the 2023 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, include hands-on workshops! Hurry! Workshops fill up quickly.… When you register for the 2023 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, include hands-on workshops! You’ll leave the meeting ready to implement what you’ve learned into your practice.…
Spark Program Winners
Read the full article2023 Winners Nicole Altomare, MD,Northwestern McGaw Sainath Asokan, MD, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children Jonathan Barratt, DO, University of Texas… 2023 Winners Nicole Altomare, MD,Northwestern McGawSainath Asokan, MD, St. Christopher's Hospital for ChildrenJonathan Barratt, DO, University of Texas Medical BranchAnjali Deendyal, MD, Tulane University Internal…
2024 MIPS Proposed Changes
Read the full articleThis article provides a summary of key proposals and changes to the traditional MIPS program that will impact allergists.… CMS published proposed updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP) for calendar year 2024 (the Proposed Rule). This article provides a summary of key proposals…
Four things to know about the member website
Read the full articleHere are four important features that all members should know about.… As a College member, you have access to a wealth of resources on the College’s member website. Here are four important features that all members should know about. Toolkits In the Practice Management…
Gold Headed Cane Awards
Read the full articleThe tradition of the Gold Headed Cane originated in 1689 with John Radcliffe, who had a particular interest in… HistoryCanes were commonly carried by English physicians in the 1600s. They contained a cavity for aromatic substances such as rosemary, camphor or Marseilles vinegar to counteract…
AMA’s Vital Physician Practice Expense Study will collect data on physician practice expenses
Read the full articleA new national AMA study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on physician practice… The American Medical Association (AMA) is undertaking a new national study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on…
Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award Nominee
Read the full articleMyron Zitt is the director of the Adult Allergy Clinic and an attending physician in medicine at the Nassau University… Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI is a clinical associate professor of medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and is a…
Review the 2023 Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Practice Parameter Update
Read the full articleThis is your opportunity to review and let the JTFPP know your thoughts/comments. Submit your comment form by Friday, Sept.… It's ready to review! A draft of the Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Guidelines: 2023 ACAAI/AAAAI Joint Task Force (JTFPP) on Practice Parameters GRADE - and…
Last chance! Help shape allergy/immunology's future
Read the full articleWe need your help with the workforce survey developed by the AAP in partnership with ACAAI and AAAAI. Please spare about 15 -20 minutes and help us learn about your experiences. This information will be vital for future planning! It will help us understand…
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