Food allergies take a greater emotional toll on Asian families
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of those who suffer with them.…
Black and Hispanic children in the U.S. have more severe eczema than white children
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases have also been found…
Luz Fonacier installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 14, 2020) – Luz Fonacier, MD, of Mineola NY, was installed as president of the American… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 14, 2020) – Luz Fonacier, MD, of Mineola NY, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and…
Despite Allergies, Asthma, a COVID Holiday Can Still Be Merry and Bright
Read the full articleYou may be having a smaller celebration, but allergies and asthma still need your attention… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 8, 2020) – You already downsized your Thanksgiving due to COVID-19, and now you’re contemplating a smaller celebration for the holidays. Unfortunately, your allergies and asthma…
Resolutions for 2021: Staying COVID-Free, Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control
Read the full articleStay the course so you remain symptom-free in the new year… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 15, 2020) – This year has been hard and strange – no one can argue with that. There is hope on the horizon that COVID will become contained and cases will…
COVID-19 Precautions Don’t Mean an Absence of Romance this Valentine’s Day
Read the full articleCreate romance by preventing COVID-19 and keeping allergies and asthma under control… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 26, 2021) – With COVID-19 precautions still in place in many towns and cities, your big romantic gesture for Valentine’s Day may mean sticking closer to home and being…
In Survey of Those with Uncontrolled Asthma, Half Smoked Cannabis
Read the full articleOnly about 40% of physicians inquire about cannabis use… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 2, 2021) – As the number of states increase where medical and recreational cannabis use is legal, so does the importance that physicians discuss with patients the effects of cannabis on those with…
Now's the time to get in front of fall allergy symptoms
Read the full article(BPT) One day you can breathe easy and enjoy long walks outdoors and fresh breezes through open windows. The next… (BPT) One day you can breathe easy and enjoy long walks outdoors and fresh breezes through open windows. The next day you're hit with headaches,…
Important information about COVID-19 for those with asthma
Read the full articleFrom the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 12, 2020) – The recent pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 is creating concern and uncertainty for many people, especially those who suffer from asthma. The elderly, and anyone with severe asthma, immunodeficiency or…
Severe Reactions, Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine
Read the full articleFind answers to popular questions about severe reactions, anaphylaxis and epinephrine.… …
Too little sleep can mean more asthma attacks in adults
Read the full articleFirst study examining adults with asthma shows negative impacts of sleep deprivation.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (May 12, 2020) – A good night’s sleep is crucial to good health. A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy,…
Algunos alérgenos que causan dermatitis por contacto se encuentran en las mascarillas que previenen la COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de la mascarilla a aquellas personas…
Con o sin alergias, el resultado final es similar para todos los pacientes hospitalizados con COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo podrían verse afectadas las personas…
Las tasas de visitas por asma durante el COVID-19 aumentaron gracias a la telemedicina
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina en pacientes de todas las…
Casi uno de cada cinco niños con alergias alimentarias y uno de cada cinco padres de niños con alergias alimentarias son acosados
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son a menudo acosados por sus…
Las alergias alimentarias afectan más a las familias asiáticas
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de vida de quienes las padecen.…
Los niños negros e hispanos de EE. UU. tienen el eccema más grave que los niños blancos
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma de forma desmesurada, también se…
Luz Fonacier fue instalada como presidenta del ACAAI
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) – El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) - El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la Dra. Luz Fonacier de Mineola…
Moms Need Guidance on What to Eat When Their Breastfeeding Infant Has a Food Allergy
Read the full articleStudy shows 30% of moms got conflicting advice on eating the same food their infant is allergic to… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 4, 2021) – Many new mothers with infants want very much to breastfeed as it is the gold standard for early nutrition. What to…
Does More Pollen Mean Worse Allergy Symptoms? Probably
Read the full articleNew studies show an increase in pollen due to climate change… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 21, 2021) – Your nose may already be aware of the findings from a recent study, namely that climate change has made pollen season longer and worse throughout North America. It’s…
AMA Physician Practice Information survey results – explained
Read the full articleUnfortunately, the results of the AMA survey were not favorable to allergy/immunology, which has historically had very high practice… CMS has announced its intention to update the practice expense component of the Resource Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS) via updates to the Medicare Economic…
The College is knocking on United Healthcare's door
Read the full articleWe are hopeful these letters will open a line of communication with UHC and educate them on the benefits and… We’ve heard from many members about United Healthcare’s (UHC) new policy which changed its definition of a “dose” from AMA CPT’s definition - “For…
Read about immunodeficiency this month
Read the full articleThis month, the focus of Annals is on immunodeficiency and what you need to know as a practicing community… Winter is waning, spring is springing, and the Ides of March will soon be upon us! This month, the focus of Annals of Allergy, Asthma…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Neffy / Anaphylaxis
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your Neffy prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… …
Five things you should know about the College website
Read the full articleThere is so much great information on the College website! A few times each year, we highlight different resources you… There is so much great information on the College website! A few times each year, we highlight different resources you can find there. Let’s…
Join
Read the full articleACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership… ACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership Types Choose from Member, Fellow,…
2025 G2211 add-on code
Read the full articleThis article will outline how and when to bill G2211, which Medicare began reimbursing in January of 2024.… During our recent webinar 2025 Coding Update for Allergists, there were a lot of questions about coding for G2211, the office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M)…
Understanding the 340B program
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council wants to ensure that allergists understand the program and how it can impact their practices.… The 340B program has gained a lot of attention in the news recently and has been widely scrutinized. The College’s Advocacy Council wants to ensure…
College stands against NIH budget cuts
Read the full articleThe College has taken a strong stand against proposed cuts to funding that would cap indirect costs for NIH research… The College has taken a strong stand against proposed cuts to funding that would cap indirect costs for NIH research grants at 15%. In…
Coming soon - spring allergies
Read the full articleThe College has dedicated resources to help you share your expertise and the essential services you provide to patients in… With “high season” for allergies right around the corner, it’s the ideal time to promote your services and expertise as an allergist. Explore the…
Allergists visit Capitol Hill to fight for Medicare payment fix
Read the full articleContact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Members of the College’s Advocacy Council traveled to Capital Hill earlier this week… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Members of the College's Advocacy Council traveled to Capital Hill earlier this week to advocate for higher…
Advocacy
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council acts as the leading advocate for practicing allergists and the allergy-immunology specialty. It keeps practicing allergists abreast… The Advocacy Council acts as the leading advocate for practicing allergists and the allergy-immunology specialty. It keeps practicing allergists abreast of critical socioeconomic and regulatory…
Is your practice prepared for emergencies?
Read the full articleNot only is it a good idea to put an emergency plan in place, it’s required if you participate in… It seems as if there isn’t a region of the United States – or the world – that hasn’t been impacted by extreme weather…
2023 allergist compensation gains outstrip inflation
Read the full articleAllergist median academic compensation and non-academic compensation both saw increases in 2023 – and both benchmarks rose more than the… We have good news for allergists: allergist median academic compensation and non-academic compensation both saw increases in 2023 – and both benchmarks rose more…
Leadership decisions winter 2025
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent meetings. Appointed Dr. Marcella…
Getting the most from your committee service
Read the full articleAs we follow our strategic plan, committees play a vital role in helping us to navigate the changes we are… ACAAI Executive Medical Director Todd Mahr, MD, FACAAI, shines a light on how to make the most of your committee service in the year…
Early access to committee application
Read the full articleChanging the ACAAI committees you serve on ensures that your contributions remain impactful and make a difference in our… Changing the ACAAI committees you serve on opens the door to a wider scope of influence, broader impact, personal growth, and meaningful connections. Here are…
Spotlight on the Clinical Immunology and Autoimmune Diseases Committee
Read the full articleTo learn more about the key findings from the IEI survey, check out the Committee’s ePoster from the ACAAI 2024… The Clinical Immunology & Autoimmune Diseases Committee plays an important role in developing resources to educate members on key topics within its subject matter.…
Accelerate environmental sustainability in your practice in 2025
Read the full articleYour practice can save money, strengthen your practice’s commitment to a greener future, and share vital knowledge with your… Your practice can save money, strengthen your practice’s commitment to a greener future, and share vital resilience knowledge with your patients with My Green Doctor.…
CFPB finalizes rule to remove medical bills from credit reports
Read the full articleThe rule bans consumer reporting agencies from including medical debt on credit reports and credit scores sent to creditors.… Last month, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized a rule that will ban reporting medical bill debt on credit reports and prohibits creditors from…
