Do chlorine baths help the itch of eczema?
Read the full articleItch is one of the most common complaints we see and treat in eczema. It keeps kids up at night,… Allergist Kristin Sokol, MD: Not many people know that allergists actually treat eczema all the time. We are specialists in allergy, but also a…

Ring in the New Year With Resolutions to Breathe Easier
Read the full articleUse the New Year as a chance to evaluate current management strategies and adopt resolutions that support better symptom… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 16, 2025) – As the New Year approaches, your thoughts might be turning to resolutions to improve your health. If you are…

Health Care Providers
Read the full articleTime for an Allergist Sometimes you need to partner with a specialist. Allergists are specially trained to find the source… Time for an Allergist Sometimes you need to partner with a specialist. Allergists are specially trained to find the source of allergy and asthma…

¿Quiere que su hijo evite la alergia a los cacahuetes? La introducción temprana funciona
Read the full articleLa buena noticia es que la introducción temprana de estos alimentos es un enfoque que ya está marcando la diferencia,… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (1 de diciembre de 2025) - Muchos padres se preocupan por las alergias alimentarias, y los productos derivados del cacahuete ocupan un…

Want your child to avoid peanut allergy? Early introduction is working
Read the full articleThe good news is that introducing these foods early is an approach that is already making a difference, dramatically reducing… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 20, 2025) - Many parents worry about food allergies, with peanut products high on the list. The good news is that…

Are Vaccines Safe for People with Asthma or Allergies? What Science Shows
Read the full articleVaccines are safe, effective, and recommended for people with allergic conditions. With expert guidance, you can feel confident in your… Vaccines help protect people from serious diseases—especially those with asthma or other allergic conditions. If you or your child has allergies, asthma, or take…

Hoping to Enjoy Your Holidays? Avoid the Sneeze and Wheeze Triggers
Read the full articleThe holidays can present challenges for those with respiratory or allergic conditions. A bit of preparation can keep symptoms under… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 19, 2025) - As families prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and other winter holidays, millions will also have to navigate…

Un nuevo estudio revela que el despliegue militar está vinculado a un mayor riesgo de enfermedades respiratorias
Read the full articleLos veteranos desplegados en Irak y Afganistán a menudo estaban expuestos a peligros aéreos como fosas de quema y tormentas… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Los veteranos estadounidenses que sirvieron en la Operación Libertad Iraquí (OIF, por sus siglas en inglés) y la…

La vacunación contra la COVID-19 se relaciona con una reducción de infecciones en niños con eccema
Read the full articleNuestro estudio indica que la vacunación contra la COVID-19 no solo protege contra el coronavirus, sino que también puede tener… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Los niños con dermatitis atópica (DA), comúnmente conocida como eccema, pueden presentar menos infecciones y complicaciones alérgicas si…

Un nuevo estudio muestra que las tormentas eléctricas están vinculadas a un aumento en las visitas al departamento de emergencias por asma
Read the full articleUn estudio nuevo halla que las tormentas eléctricas pueden provocar aumentos marcados en las visitas a los departamentos de emergencias… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Un estudio nuevo halla que las tormentas eléctricas pueden provocar aumentos marcados en las visitas a los departamentos…

Military Deployment Linked to Higher Risk of Respiratory Diseases, New Study Finds
Read the full articleU.S. Veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom face an increased for chronic respiratory conditions… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – U.S. Veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) face an increased risk of developing several…

COVID-19 Vaccination Linked to Reduced Infections in Children with Eczema
Read the full articleChildren with eczema may experience fewer allergic complications if they receive the COVID-19 vaccine, according to new research.… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Children with atopic dermatitis (AD), commonly known as eczema, may experience fewer infections and allergic complications if they receive the COVID-19 vaccine,…

Thunderstorms Linked to Surge in Asthma ER Visits, New Study Shows
Read the full articleThe average number of asthma visits was nearly 18 per day during thunderstorms, compared to just 3 on non-storm… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – A new study finds that thunderstorms can trigger sharp increases in asthma-related emergency department (ED) visits, underscoring the importance of storm…

2025 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting Newsroom
Read the full articleLearn about important news from the ACAAI 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting, held Nov. 6-10, in Orlando, Florida.… 2025 Annual Meeting Press Kit The ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is your best resource for what’s happening in the world of allergies and asthma. News Releases Cherie Zachary,…

La Dra. Cherie Zachary fue nombrada presidenta de la ACAAI
Read the full articleLa alergista Cherie Zachary, MD, fue nombrada presidenta del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI)… ORLANDO (9 DE NOV. DE 2025) – La alergista Cherie Zachary, MD, de Bloomington, Minnesota, fue nombrada presidenta del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI) en…

Cherie Zachary, MD, Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleAllergist Cherie Zachary, MD, of Bloomington, MN was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… ORLANDO (NOV. 9, 2025) – Allergist Cherie Zachary, MD, of Bloomington, MN was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology…

What happens at an asthma screening?
Read the full articleAn asthma screening includes a patient's history, and using diagnostic testing to determine if there is a possibility of… English Transcript Allergist Benjamin Prince, MD: When I'm seeing a patient that has an underlying concern for asthma, usually the first place I start is…

Un estudio encuentra un vínculo entre los patrones de eczema y la capacidad de los niños para superar las alergias alimentarias
Read the full articleUna nueva investigación sugiere que el momento en que aparece el eczema pueden influir en la capacidad de un niño… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Una nueva investigación presentada en la Reunión Científica Anual del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI)…

Study Finds Link Between Eczema Patterns and Children's Ability to Outgrow Food Allergies
Read the full articleOur findings highlight that eczema may play a role in shaping the development of oral tolerance to food allergens.… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – New research presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting suggests that the timing of…

El tratamiento con parche de maní continúa ayudando a los niños pequeños a desarrollar tolerancia de forma segura durante tres años
Read the full articleUn estudio a largo plazo descubrió que un tratamiento con parche de maní continuó ayudando a los niños pequeños a… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Una nueva investigación presentada en la Reunión Científica Anual de 2025 del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e…

Pathways to Practice Rationale
Read the full articleWe can expand training opportunities, increase the number of practicing allergists, and strengthen the specialty’s future.… The United States is confronting a significant shortage of practicing allergists, jeopardizing timely and adequate care for millions of patients. This shortage is exacerbated by the increasing prevalence…

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…

February 2026 - Advocacy Council Fights for You
Read the full articleMembers of the College’s Advocacy Council are advocating for our specialty on Capitol Hill.… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Advocacy Council Fights for You L to R: Dr. Vivek Rao, Dr. Allen Meadows, Matt Reiter Speakers at the FDA's Expert Panel on…

Register now: ACAAI Allergen Extract Mixing Course, April 25, 2026, Chicago
Read the full articlePlan to attend our one-day Allergen Extract Mixing Course on April 25 at the Hilton O’Hare Hotel in Chicago. This… Plan to attend our one-day Allergen Extract Mixing Course on April 25 at the Hilton O'Hare Hotel in Chicago. This hands-on workshop trains physicians, nurses,…

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…

Recent Insider Updates
Read the full articleKeep up to date with the latest messages from the College! Bookmark the Insider Update page and check back… Below are items that have been blast emailed to members. Once a deadline has passed, such as for registering for a meeting or webinar, or…

Helping you and your patients stay updated
Read the full articleHere are some highlights from the resourceful ACAAI patient and member websites for you and your patients.… The ACAAI public and member websites house a great deal of valuable information. Here are some highlights of both sites for you and your patients. Public resources…

Advocacy Council fights for you on Capitol Hill
Read the full articleMembers of the ACAAI Advocacy Council were on Capitol Hill fighting for issues important to allergy practices last week.… Members of the ACAAI Advocacy Council were on Capitol Hill fighting for issues important to allergy practices last week. The delegation included ACAAI Treasurer Dr.…

Governance
Read the full articleEach component of the College’s governing structure has a defined purpose and responsibilities, designed to enhance engagement and operations. Board… Each component of the College’s governing structure has a defined purpose and responsibilities, designed to enhance engagement and operations. Board of Regents The Board of…

Get Involved
Read the full articleBecome an Advocate How can you be a more effective advocate for the specialty? Find out what you can do… Become an Advocate How can you be a more effective advocate for the specialty? Find out what you can do and how you can get…

Find out how your compensation and practice revenue and expenses compare with other allergists
Read the full articleComplete the 2026 Provider Compensation Survey and find out how your compensation compared to other allergists during 2025.… The College is thrilled to partner with the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) for the tenth consecutive year to collect allergy-specific compensation and practice financial data!…

Can I bill Medicare for controls for allergy testing?
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council received a query on "Can I bill Medicare for negative and positive (histamine) controls for allergy… The Advocacy Council regularly receives queries from members on how to correctly code specific scenarios. Recently we received a request asking: Question: Can I bill…

New - UpToDate Pro Plus
Read the full articlePlease note, this promotion is not available through the society store and can only be redeemed via the regular UpToDate… Many College members enjoy the discounted subscription to UpToDate®, the clinical decision support resource that medical trainees and physicians trust for reliable clinical answers. Our…

New proposed Medicare drug pricing models are unveiled
Read the full articleThe College emphasizes that while fair pricing is essential, policies mustn't compromise drug availability or stifle research into new… Last December the Trump administration unveiled two proposed rules designed to curb rising drug costs under Medicare Parts B and D, extending the Most Favored…

Adhering to USP 797 standards for in-office extract preparation
Read the full articleCompounding guidelines ensure patient safety by minimizing contamination, incorrect dosing, or other errors during sterile preparation.… Physicians who mix allergy immunotherapy injections in their offices must still comply with USP 797 standards to remain in full compliance with state and federal regulations. These pharmaceutical…

Understanding the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
Read the full articleThis article outlines important payment and policy changes that will shape reimbursement and practice operations for allergists in the coming… On Nov. 5, 2025, CMS released a final rule updating the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for 2026. This article outlines important payment and policy…

College OIT Coding Recommendations
Read the full articleAlways verify individual payer policies in writing before initiating OIT services, as coverage and accepted codes vary widely.… Inquiries regarding the use of CPT 95180 (rapid desensitization procedure) for food oral immunotherapy (OIT), including peanut OIT (Palforzia®) and food-based protocols, have recently been submitted…

Medicare denials for immunotherapy injections with venom immunotherapy
Read the full articleThis issue began appearing last fall, affecting multiple Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs). Denials typically cite reason code CO-50.… Recent changes associated with the implementation of new Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) and billing articles for allergen immunotherapy have inadvertently led to systematic denials of claims…

Food allergy testing guidance and coding
Read the full articleThe cornerstone of effective food allergy diagnosis is a thorough clinical history.… Common queries on food allergy testing As we wrap up another year of groundbreaking advances in allergy and immunology, the College has noted a surge in inquiries from fellow allergists about food…

Issue with federal BCBS coverage of Xolair for IgE-mediated food allergy
Read the full articleReports from members indicate that the FEP is denying coverage for Xolair unless the patient demonstrates confirmed allergies to peanuts… The College has recently been alerted to an ongoing prior authorization policy implemented by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP) for…

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