Does gluten allergy exist?
Read the full articleIf you're worried about having a food allergy, whether it's gluten or something else, you really should have reproducible symptoms every single time you eat th…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in thi…
Is it ok to exercise if I have asthma?
Read the full articleYou want to warm up your lungs and give them time to get ready to for your strenuous activity.
Should I introduce allergenic foods to my infant?
Read the full articleWhen a child is around four months or so, they may be ready to have solid foods introduced.
Why should I see an allergist for my eczema?
Read the full articleAllergists can not only treat eczema with topical therapies, we can also help identify triggers of your eczema and help you know what to avoid
Are all epinephrine auto injectors the same? How do they differ?
Read the full articleThe most important thing is for you to have a device that you can carry with you, you can afford, and you know how and when to use it.
Is it safe to take asthma medications when pregnant?
Read the full articleIndividuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are thought to be safe.
Chlorine "Allergy"
Read the full articleSwimming is a great exercise for people with asthma and allergies, but what about the chlorine? Can you be allergic to it?
COVID-19, Asthma and Allergies
Read the full articleAs COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients – those with allergies and especial…
El asma en los niños
Read the full articleEl asma es una enfermedad común que afecta a 6 millones de niños en los Estados Unidos, según los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades.
Asthma in Children
Read the full articleIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.
Allergy Immunotherapy
Read the full articleDepending on the type of allergy you have, you can train your body to become less allergic.
Health Care Providers
Read the full articlePeanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) with peanut allergen powder-dnfp (Palforzia®) is an FDA-approved treatment …
ACAAI Roundtable on Atopic Dermatitis and Food Allergy
Read the full articleProceedings and Recommendations Both atopic dermatitis and food allergy represent allergic conditions that are more prevalent and severe among people of col…
Videos
Read the full articleAllergists answering questions.Got questions about your allergy and asthma symptoms? Watch our short, instructive, helpful videos.
Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
Read the full articleHereditary Angioedema (HAE) is caused by a genetic mutation, and there are different types. It is a hereditary disease.
Confirming diagnoses
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council regularly receives queries from members on how to correctly code. Many are common issues, including for coding… The Advocacy Council regularly receives queries from members on how to correctly code. Many are common issues, including for coding unconfirmed diagnoses. Question My…
FITs - Apply for 2023 Annual Meeting Scholarships
Read the full articleFITs – including those who have completed their fellowship in 2023 – are eligible to apply for a scholarship.… The College provides scholarships for Fellows-in-Training (FITs) in North America to attend the 2023 ACAAI Annual Meeting in Anaheim, CA, Nov. 9-13. FITs – including…
AllergyWatch
Read the full articleWith AllergyWatch, the College has done the work for you: We’ve collected relevant specialty news from around the world in a… With AllergyWatch, the College has done the work for you: We’ve collected relevant specialty news from around the world in a single bimonthly publication. AllergyWatch gives you…
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 governing authority, but…
Practice Management
Read the full articleOur goal is to help you run an efficient and profitable practice. Whether you are looking for help with business… Our goal is to help you run an efficient and profitable practice. Whether you are looking for help with business policies and procedures, coding support,…
Partners
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond… The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond $500,000+ Platinum $300,000 - $499,999…
The power of partnerships
Read the full articleIn many cases, these are targeted audiences of patients who have allergy/immunology conditions (or those who care for people who… When we get to a certain stage in our careers (and lately I would also say in life), we realize it’s possible to accomplish…
75 years of cha-cha-cha-changes
Read the full articleOur print newsletter has changed a lot over the years – from simple typeset pages to a rich, colorful experience.… Our print newsletter has changed a lot over the years – from simple typeset pages to a rich, colorful experience. For our 75th anniversary, we…
A glimpse into the future
Read the full articleAs we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve been doing a lot of looking back. During our 50th anniversary, we asked… As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve been doing a lot of looking back. During our 50th anniversary, we asked College members what they thought…
Step back in time with us to see what allergy practice looked like in 1942
Read the full articleThe College is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and we’d like to take you on a walk down memory lane. Step… The College is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and we’d like to take you on a walk down memory lane. Step into our time machine and…
From Benadryl to biologics: 75 years of advancements in allergy
Read the full articleSince the College began, there have been a lot of changes in the way we treat allergies and asthma. “When… Since the College began, there have been a lot of changes in the way we treat allergies and asthma. “When Benadryl hit the market in…
Bernard Halpern, MD – a friend of the College, discovered one of the first antihistamines
Read the full articleDr. Bernard Halpern & Professor P. Portier, co-discoverer of anaphylaxis, at the 1958 International Association of Allergology meeting in Paris.… Dr. Bernard Halpern & Professor P. Portier, co-discoverer of anaphylaxis, at the 1958 International Association of Allergology meeting in Paris. In 1942, phenbenzamine (Antergan),…
Why was Jonas Salk, MD at our 1971 Annual Scientific Meeting?
Read the full articleDr. Jonas Salk, Dr. Frank T. Perkins, and Dr. Roderick Murray As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve rediscovered some interesting… Dr. Jonas Salk, Dr. Frank T. Perkins, and Dr. Roderick Murray As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve rediscovered some interesting tidbits about the activities…
Our first thirty years of Annual Meetings
Read the full articleAs we celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we’ve been reflecting on the College’s rich history. Since the College was… As we celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we’ve been reflecting on the College’s rich history. Since the College was founded in 1942, our Annual…
Want your Rx straight up or on the rocks?
Read the full articleAs we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we want to look back at some of the medicines available before and during… As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we want to look back at some of the medicines available before and during our early years. A lot…
2023 Strike Force
Read the full articleAs the leader in advocacy for allergy and immunology, the College sent seven of your colleagues to Washington, DC to… As the leader in advocacy for allergy and immunology, the College sent seven of your colleagues to Washington, DC to represent our concerns to…
2023 MA Final Rule
Read the full articleThe Final Rule clarifies requirements regarding coverage criteria for basic benefits, including allergy services.… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently published a final rule (Final Rule) that requires Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to: Follow fee-for-service Medicare coverage rules. Limit the use…
Medical Liability Insurance Increases
Read the full articleThe AMA noted medical liability premiums between 2019 and 2022 have increased at a rate that hasn’t been observed in… The American Medical Association's (AMA) Economic and Health Policy Research group reported on their analysis of the Medical Liability Monitor’s survey of major liability…
Publications
Read the full articleCollege Insider Your weekly source for breaking College and specialty news. Read College Insider Advocacy Insider Your home for the… College Insider Your weekly source for breaking College and specialty news. Read College Insider Advocacy Insider Your home for the latest advocacy news. Read Advocacy…
Understanding Medically Unlikely Edits
Read the full articleLast week, CMS finally made public a number of Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) assigned to a series of CPT allergy… Last week, CMS finally made public a number of Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) assigned to a series of CPT allergy codes. MUEs are claims edits…
Allergy Office: Coding 95165
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to code for 95165. In this 15-minute module, we’ll discuss:Billing basics for extract prep and administrationMedicare rules for code 95165Medicare’s Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs)How Medicare and commercial payers compareHow to handle…
HAE - Looking Into the Future
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members, $25 for non-membersCaring for HAE can be difficult. Especially with changing guidelines and new medications. This webinar will update you to the new guidelines and also the newly approved and soon to be approved medications.Sponsored by Fresenius KabiLearning ObjectivesIdentify…
2021 Coding for Allergy/Immunology
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThe 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule was just released, and there are lots of changes for allergy/immunology. Coding for E/M visits was completely revamped, and there are new prolonged service codes and a complexity add-on…
How Can We Make Anaphylaxis Less Scary for Patients? (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on December 7, 2022Speaker: David Stukus, MD, FACAAIViewers can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsThis program is a collaboration between the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy and Asthma Network.AccreditationThe American…
Implementing Peanut OIT in Your Practice
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersThis webinar addresses key considerations for implementing peanut OIT, including patient selection, risks and side-effects, policies and procedures, and office setup. Supported by a grant from Aimmune.Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this webinar, participants should be able to:1…
On Demand 2022 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who attended the annual meeting, $45 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and immunology, ACAAI will continue its highly…
On Demand 2022 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2022 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who attended the annual meeting, $45 non-membersThe Thursday International Food Allergy Symposium focuses on epidemiology and diagnostics, including risk stratification, fatalities, and improved diagnostic methods…
Practice Management Program: Hot Topics
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 for non-membersIf you missed the Practice Management Program at the College’s 2022 Annual Meeting, this program is for you! Practice Management experts provide an overview of the programs’ key Podium to Practice® takeaways. Get highlights from…
How to Advocate for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThis webinar explains how you can impact issues important to the future of allergy by advocating at the local, state and federal level. Topics include:Getting to know your local, state and federal representativesKnowing the issue(s)--and…
On Demand 2020 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who did not register for the virtual meeting, $45 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and immunology, ACAAI will…
On Demand ACAAI 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: FREE for College members who did not register for the virtual annual meeting, $195 for non-members.You can earn up to 31.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.Sessions included:Guiding Patients Through…
On Demand ACAAI 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 56.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Integrative Modalities in Allergy & Immunology PracticeAtopic Dermatitis: Triggers, Mimics and TreatmentsReal…
On Demand 2021 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who attended the annual meeting, $45 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and immunology, ACAAI will continue its highly…
On Demand ACAAI 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 60 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Non-Infectious Complications of ImmunodeficiencyPhysician Health and Wellness in Allergy and Immunology…
On Demand 2021 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy practice…
On Demand 2021 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for College members who attended the annual meeting, $45 non-membersAllergists are increasingly referred rashes for evaluation and treatment. An integrated allergic and dermatologic approach to eczema, urticaria, contact…
Chronic Cough Concerns (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on November 17, 2022Speaker: J. Wesley Sublett, MDDescription: The etiology and management of chronic cough is challenging for both patient and provider due to the wide differential and/or multifactorial nature. Understanding the mechanisms that lead to…
Allergy Office: Using Social Media and Managing Your Online Reputation
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to use social media to engage, educate and attract patients to your allergy practice. In this 15-minute module, you’ll hear how two allergy marketing experts utilize social media in their practices. You’ll find new…
Optimize your allergy practice
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersWith declining reimbursements and rising costs, allergy practice efficiency is more important than ever! Practice Management Committee experts discuss ways to make your practice more efficient and give examples from their practices. The following topics are addressed:Technology…
