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March 2023 Annals highlights
Read the full articleThis month’s Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology is focused on understanding food allergy in the adult population.… Well, March is here, and spring is about to… well, spring! We’ve heard much about food allergy, but many of those papers are focused on children.…
AMA Medicare specialty impact analysis
Read the full articleA/I was one of 16 specialty groups to experience a 2% cut in Medicare payments as a result of the… The American Medical Association (AMA) recently released its specialty impact analysis, which details the collective impact of the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS)…
2023 RTM services are now under general supervision
Read the full articleEffective Jan. 1, any Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) services (CPT codes 98975, 98976, 98977, 98980, and 98981) may be provided… A significant barrier to allergists providing remote therapeutic monitoring services has now been removed. Effective Jan. 1, any Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) services (CPT…
Biologics Toolkit
Read the full articleGet the clinical and practice resources you need to use biologics effectively in your practice.… Biologics can make a major difference in your patients’ outcomes, but using and managing them in your practice can be challenging. This toolkit provides the clinical resources to help…
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…
2023 – PHE Ending
Read the full articleOn Jan. 31 the Biden Administration indicated that the Public Health Emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic will end on… On Jan. 31 the Biden Administration indicated that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) related to the COVID-19 pandemic will end on May 11, 2023.…
New versatile patient education
Read the full articleAs a member benefit, the College has created user-friendly online brochures to download and offer to explain allergic conditions.… Patients are often looking for information on their allergic conditions. As a member benefit, the College has created user-friendly online brochures you can download and…
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…
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…
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…
J. Allen Meadows receives the 2023 AMPAC Award
Read the full articleDr. Meadows has been influential in the ACAAI’s Allergy Strike Force – bringing College members and leadership to Washington, DC… The College is pleased to announce that J. Allen Meadows, MD, FACAAI, has been named the recipient of the 2023 AMPAC Award for Political…
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.…
2023 Call for State Delegates
Read the full articleOur HOD's success depends on representation across the country. We’re looking for active College members, like you, to serve!… The College’s House of Delegates (HOD) strives to serve members at the local, state and regional level. ACAAI’s state delegates are the conduits between the…
2023 Prior Authorization Initiatives
Read the full articlePolicymakers are starting to take notice of how prior authorization requirements are worsening the administrative burden on providers and ultimately… As a physician, you know that prior authorization has increasingly become a headache for your staff and patients. An Oct. 2021 MGMA survey found…
Life coaching can help provide work/life balance
Read the full articleWith high expectations from patients and a culture of “pushing through it,” many physicians consistently put themselves last, suffering silently… By Maureen M. Petersen, MD, FACAAI Allergists/immunologists are well aware of the challenge of providing quality care for their patients in an ever-changing and…
Cost saving tips from the Practice Management Committee
Read the full articleSome suggestions are easy to implement, and others take a little more effort, but we’re certain you’ll find a few… Allergy practices are feeling squeezed on all sides, with reductions in reimbursement, high inflation and challenges collecting from patients with high-deductible health plans. So…
End of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency—Impact on Allergists
Read the full articleOn January 31, 2023, the Biden Administration indicated that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) of the COVID-19 pandemic will end… On January 31, 2023, the Biden Administration indicated that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) of the COVID-19 pandemic will end on May 11, 2023.…
Staff
Read the full articleRick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Mary Carol Badat Senior Director of Education Solutions Gina Steiner Director… Rick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Mary Carol Badat Senior Director of Education Solutions Gina Steiner Director of Communications Kate Barcal…
2023 - Ending the Public Health Emergency
Read the full articleThe document provides a high-level overview of anticipated ways the end of the PHE will impact direct supervision under Medicare,… The College’s Advocacy Council has done an in-depth analysis of how allergists will be impacted following the expiration of the PHE – now set…
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…
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