Jacob M.
Read the full articleLorrie M. refers to her family’s allergist as “an angel.” Lorrie credits their allergist with turning her son Jacob’s life… Lorrie M. refers to her family's allergist as "an angel." Lorrie credits their allergist with turning her son Jacob's life around from his health to…
Martha, Adam, and Clayton W.
Read the full articleAsthma and allergies are truly a family affair for Martha W.’s family: she has asthma and allergies; her husband, Adam,… Asthma and allergies are truly a family affair for Martha W.'s family: she has asthma and allergies; her husband, Adam, has environmental and food allergies;…
Adam S.
Read the full articleBeth S. was at her wits’ end trying to bring relief to her son, Adam, when he was a baby… Beth S. was at her wits' end trying to bring relief to her son, Adam, when he was a baby with a persistent itchy, red…
Brooke C.
Read the full articleBrooke C. would be an inspiration even if she didn’t have asthma. At age 30, the mother of three decided… Brooke C. would be an inspiration even if she didn't have asthma. At age 30, the mother of three decided to start running. What began…
Kealab R.
Read the full articleJoanna has watched her son, Kealeb, grow from a toddler using a kid’s dinosaur mask for nebulizer treatments to a… Joanna has watched her son, Kealeb, grow from a toddler using a kid's dinosaur mask for nebulizer treatments to a strong athlete scoring points for…
Maria Elena A.
Read the full articleAs Maria Elena A. can tell you, having asthma and allergies all your life doesn’t necessarily prepare you for when… As Maria Elena A. can tell you, having asthma and allergies all your life doesn't necessarily prepare you for when your child has them, too.…
Ethan W.
Read the full articleLisa W.’s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. “It was our first… Lisa W.'s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. "It was our first night in a hotel room…
Laura, Emily and Collin S.
Read the full articleLaura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person’s asthma story is… Laura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person's asthma story is different and how an allergist…
Ben D.
Read the full articleFor a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn’t keep… For a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn't keep up with the other 10-year-olds…
Taylor H.
Read the full articleTaylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her… Taylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her purple belt in karate. But…
Cameron L.
Read the full articleGoing to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited… Going to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited Washington, he went not as…
Doug L.
Read the full articleAsthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if… Asthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if he felt the onset of…
Fran H.
Read the full articleFran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn’t always the case. Five years ago Fran developed a chronic… Fran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn't always the case.Five years ago Fran developed a chronic cough that wouldn't respond to treatment…
Gerri R.
Read the full articleIt took Gerri 27 years to find relief. Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an… It took Gerri 27 years to find relief.Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an allergist. She figured her only remedy…
Jonathon M.
Read the full articleThere’s no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old “sleeps, eats and drinks soccer,”… There's no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old "sleeps, eats and drinks soccer," according to his mom, Carol.But…
Josh C.
Read the full articleJosh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you… Josh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you saw him today, it may…
Karen H.
Read the full articleAfter 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the… After 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the confidence and energy she gained…
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…
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…
ACAAI 2023 Annual Meeting
Read the full articleLearn more...… The ACAAI 2023 Annual Meeting – Nov. 9-13 in Anaheim, California – is the place to get your educational credit and network with others in the allergy/immunology community. Here are some of the meeting’s highlights: The Annual Meeting begins with Thursday’s program…
CAPE: Create training opportunities within your community allergy practice
Read the full articleLearn more about the new Community Allergists Partnership in Education (CAPE) program.… Create training opportunities within your community allergy practice with the new Community Allergists Partnership in Education (CAPE) program.…
College supports proposals to boost health care workforce funding
Read the full articleIncreasing funding for the THCGME program aligns with the College’s advocacy goals; allergists begin their medical training in primary… Increasing federal funding for physician residency programs has long been a top advocacy priority for the College. Fortunately, this is also a bipartisan priority for…
It's Eczema Awareness Month
Read the full articleOctober is Eczema Awareness Month! It’s a great time to promote your expertise in treating this condition. Learn more...… October is Eczema Awareness Month! It’s a great time to promote your expertise in treating this condition. Use the College’s materials for allergists, including information you…
Join us in Anaheim for the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting!
Read the full articleRegistration is now open for the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 9-13, 2023. Register now!… Join us in Anaheim for the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 9-13, 2023. Register now!…
2023 – USP 797 Implementation Nov. 1
Read the full articleSection 21 applies to physicians mixing patient specific allergen extracts in their offices for subcutaneous immunotherapy. The remainder of USP… Allergy practices must comply with USP 797 – Section 21 – the Allergy Exception – beginning Nov. 1, 2023. Section 21 applies to physicians…
2022 Allergy Medicare E&M Coding Distribution
Read the full articleWe now have two years of allergy/immunology Medicare E&M coding data following the E&M rule change in 2021… We now have two years of allergy/immunology Medicare E&M coding data following the E&M rule change in 2021, with E&M codes based on time or medical…
Ask the expert – choose your topic
Read the full articleOne of the best reasons to attend the College’s Annual Meeting is the opportunity to interact with your colleagues and… One of the best reasons to attend the College’s Annual Meeting is the opportunity to interact with your colleagues and one-on-one with the experts in…
Congress averts government shutdown
Read the full articleThe likelihood of a November shutdown remains high as Congress is no closer to resolving these issues than they were… In a last-minute scramble, Congress averted a government shutdown by passing a continuing resolution (CR) to temporarily fund the government through Nov. 17. This…
September 28 is National Penicillin Allergy Day
Read the full articleAccording to the CDC, 10% of the population report penicillin allergy, but less than 1% are truly allergic when… September 28 is National Penicillin Allergy Day. Many allergists have seen patients who report they are allergic to penicillin (when in fact they may not…
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…
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…
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…
