What does asthma have to do with your allergies? Probably a lot.
Read the full articleWhile the two may not seem related, studies show about two-thirds or more of those with asthma also have an… People who have allergies often also have asthma. And people with asthma often have allergies. While the two may not seem related, studies show…
Before School Starts, Train all the Brains for Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleAn allergy or asthma action plan doesn’t do any good if it’s not shared with the people who can act… You may have been thinking through your child’s back-to-school allergy plan since school let out last spring. But unless all the people your child…
Kids with Allergies and Asthma Can Have Fun without the Fright
Read the full articleWhat’s definitely not so fun for parents of kids with food allergies are the potential dangers lurking in Halloween candy… Bwahahahah. Haunted houses, witches, goblins and ghosts – lots of people love the shivers down the spine and scares that come along with Halloween.…
Late Summer is the Time to Start Preparing for Fall Ragweed Season
Read the full articleConsidered the most allergenic of all pollens, ragweed pops up throughout the East and Midwest starting in mid-August.… Once ragweed allergy season starts, it can feel like there’s no end in sight when it comes to fall allergy misery. Climate change is a big…
No special precautions needed for flu shots for people allergic to eggs
Read the full articleOverwhelming evidence has shown that a flu shot poses no greater risk to those with egg allergy than those… For many years, people with an egg allergy were told to avoid or take special precautions when getting a flu shot because most influenza vaccines…
Are Your Allergies and Asthma Ready for College?
Read the full articleIf attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about how you’ll manage your allergy or asthma… That acceptance letter from your dream school felt pretty great. But if attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about…
Allergies and Asthma are Bigger Summer Camp Challenges than Homesickness
Read the full articleFinding the right camp for your child with allergies or asthma can seem daunting, depending on how serious their symptoms… The biggest worry for some kids as they head off to summer camp is whether their IPad will get a connection in the North…
Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleAn estimated 50 percent of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis also have seasonal allergies or asthma.… Supported by: Find expert care. If your son or daughter is struggling with eosinophilic esophagitis, take control and consult an allergist today. Find an Allergist Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps…
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Allergy Relief
Read the full articleA few proactive steps to manage potential triggers can help ensure that everyone avoids allergy and asthma flares.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 18, 2026) – The Fourth of July is about fireworks, barbecues and spending time with family and friends. But if you or your…
What is an immunologist?
Read the full articleWhen a person has too many illnesses or they have a difficult time recovering from an illness, you might want… English Transcript Allergist Niraj Patel, MD: You should see an immunologist when an individual has frequent or recurrent illnesses. When a person has too…
Allergy and Immunology Leaders Unite to Strengthen the Specialty Workforce and Expand Access to High Quality Care
Read the full articleNow is the moment to come together to support healthcare for every person in our country with allergic and immunologic… WASHINGTON, DC, May 27, 2026 — Leaders from the National Medical Association (NMA) Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAI) Section, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma…
What is sunscreen allergy and what types of hypoallergenic sunscreen do you recommend?
Read the full articleA sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. An allergist can help you determine which… English Transcript Allergist Marcello Aquino, MD: A sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. So, it can be some…
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… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in…
Food Allergy
Read the full articleAn allergy occurs when your body’s natural defenses overreact to exposure to a particular substance, treating it as an invader… Overview Millions of Americans have an allergy of some kind. You probably know one of those people or are one yourself. Almost 6% of U.S.…
Is chlorine allergy really an allergy?
Read the full articleWe are at risk for chlorine exposure in our day-to-day cleaning products at home, but patients who are swimmers may… English Transcript Allergist Selina Gierer, DO: Chlorine is actually an irritant to the skin. It would be very rare for a patient to have…
Asthma-COPD Overlap
Read the full articleAsthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS) is when you have both diseases. Each condition must be treated.… Overview What Is Asthma? Asthma is a long-term disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is very common among children and adults. Asthma can cause your airways to become…
Does anaphylaxis look different in infants and toddlers as compared to older patients?
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis may be a little bit different to pick up on, to recognize because infants and toddlers can't talk.… English Transcript Allergist Michael Pistiner, MD: Yeah, it does. Anaphylaxis in an infant or a toddler, an infant is a kid less than age one.…
How do I know if I have allergies or just a cold?
Read the full articleIf the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies. It can… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: If the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies.…
Alergia a la penicilina
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10 % de las personas en Estados Unidos creen tener alergia a la penicilina, pero menos del 10… ¿Qué es una alergia a la penicilina? La penicilina es uno de los antibióticos más populares del mundo. Fue descubierta en 1928 por el científico…
Español
Read the full articleInformación acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y… Información acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable. Información fundamental acerca de…
Human Resources Toolkit
Read the full articleLearn how to attract the best talent and motivate, develop and retain your employees. Find HR resources and sample documents… Great employees make all the difference in your practice. Make sure you’re hiring the best candidates, setting them up for success and continually motivating and…
Asthma Management and the Allergist - Better Outcomes at Lower Cost
| Resource Type: MiscRead the full articleIt’s been nearly two decades since the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared asthma an epidemic. It made the disease a priority of its Healthy People objectives in a call for Action Against Asthma, a strategic plan to tackle the…
Outbreak and Vaccine Resource Center
Read the full articleInformation sources are provided on outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations, and vaccine safety communications.… Originally posted June 3, 2025. Last updated: March 17, 2026 Curated by ACAAI to include ready and frequently updated sources for information about outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations,…
When the insurance company's AI calls your office
Read the full articleConsider a busy allergy practice. A scheduler receives a call from a polite, efficient "patient" seeking an appointment.… This article was prepared by members of the ACAAI Advocacy Council and staff of Capitol Associates, Inc. Bloomberg and others recently reported that UnitedHealth Group…
Marketing and Patient Materials Toolkit
Read the full articleMarketing your practice has never been easier. Simply download the resources in this toolkit, distribute them to your patients, community… There are no better advocates for promoting your practice and the role of allergists in your community than you, your staff and your patients.…
Are you billing for every service you provide?
Read the full articleAre you not billing for all the services you provide? Review these overlooked allergy-related CPT codes to see if any… Are you leaving money on the table because you’re not billing for all the services you provide? Review the overlooked allergy-related CPT codes below…
Coding Toolkit
Read the full articleTest your coding knowledge and get expert help with complex allergy coding questions.… Allergists face a specific set of coding issues, such as how to code for extract preparation, venom immunotherapy, food challenges, adverse effects of drugs and more. These tools and resources will…
Practice Parameters and Other Guidelines
Read the full articlePractice Parameters Practice Parameters Practice Parameters are developed by the Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters and establish guidelines for diagnosis and management of allergic and immunologic diseases. Practice Parameter and Yardstick Toolkit Find practice parameter and yardstick resources, which provide evidence-based recommendations to…
Practice Parameters
Read the full articlePractice Parameters are developed by the Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters and establish guidelines for diagnosis and management of allergic… Practice Parameters are developed by the Joint Taskforce on Practice Parameters and establish guidelines for diagnosis and management of allergic and immunologic diseases. Practice Parameters…
Coding Frequently Asked Questions
Read the full articleOur experts have answers to your commonly asked billing and coding questions.… …
Telehealth Toolkit
Read the full articleLearn how to optimize your existing telemedicine program or how to implement it if you’re just getting started. Get info… Telemedicine, also known as telehealth, can increase patient access, improve patient satisfaction, expand your scope of practice and improve patient outcomes. Whether you’re just…
Severe Pediatric Asthma Shared Decision-Making Toolkit
Read the full articleWork together with your pediatric patient families to find the best-fitting treatment for their severe asthma.… The web-based patient tool describes options, asks questions and helps a parent work with you to determine the best treatment option for their child. Why use shared decision-making…
Severe Asthma Shared Decision-Making Toolkit
Read the full articleWork together with your patients to find the best-fitting treatment for their severe asthma.… The web-based tool describes options, asks questions and helps your patient work with you to determine the best treatment option for them. Why use shared decision-making for your patient with…
Risk and Compliance Toolkit
Read the full articleKeep your practice in compliance with federal regulations, reduce risk, and create a culture of safety.… Allergy practices are required to comply with a host of federal regulations, including Office of Inspector General (OIG) requirements, HIPAA regulations, Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) laws, labor…
Relative Value Unit (RVU) Toolkit
Read the full articleFind out what RVUs are and why they’re important to both employed allergists and practice owners. Get RVUs for common… The 101 RVUs - or Relative Value Units - remain an enigma for many allergists. This toolkit aims to fix that! We’ll explain what…
Prior Authorization Toolkit
Read the full articleDiscover the tools and information you need to simplify prior authorizations! Create customized appeal letters with our automated tool.… Tips and Tricks Our experts put their heads together to create this list of prior authorization tips for allergy practices and staff. Use a standing…
Practice Profitability Toolkit
Read the full articleDiscover the tools and information you need to ensure your practice is profitable! Access resources for maximizing profits, improving operational… Financial Benchmarking Financial benchmarking helps you evaluate the performance of your practice by focusing on a few specific indicators. We’ve identified some key revenue…
Practice Parameter and Yardstick Toolkit
Read the full articleFind practice parameter and yardstick resources, which provide evidence-based recommendations to help you with day-to-day clinical management decisions.… Practice Parameters vs. Yardsticks: What’s the difference? Practice parameters and yardsticks both serve as practical clinical references for practicing allergy/immunology specialists. Both provide evidenced-based clinical information…
Penicillin Toolkit
Read the full articleFind everything you need for penicillin allergy testing, including materials for patients and the media.… As an allergist, you know the facts about penicillin allergy and have information your patients and primary care physicians (PCPs) may not have. This toolkit is designed to help…
Patient Satisfaction Toolkit
Read the full articleMake sure every visit to your office is a great one – brush up on the skills you need with… A lot goes into each and very patient visit – from check-in to rooming, evaluation, developing a treatment plan and educating the patient. Make…
