New Years Resolutions? No Thanks! Tips on Controlling Allergies and Asthma? Yes, Please
Read the full articleThe new year is the perfect time to assess where you are with your symptoms and where you need to… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (Dec. 12, 2024) – Feeling like there are too many things on your checklist for the new year? If you have allergies…
El tratamiento de la anafilaxia sigue siendo confuso para los pacientes, los cuidadores y el personal de emergencias
Read the full articleLa anafilaxia puede aparecer de repente y sin previo aviso, y debido a que sus síntomas pueden ser fatales, resulta… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – La anafilaxia puede aparecer de repente y sin previo aviso, y debido a que sus síntomas pueden ser…
Quemar incienso puede suponer riesgos para la salud de las personas con alergias y asma
Read the full articlePara las personas con alergias y asma, los problemas de salud derivados de la quema de incienso pueden suponer un… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – En muchas culturas, es común quemar incienso para prácticas religiosas y culturales, incluidas meditaciones, celebraciones y cultos espirituales…
Burning Incense Can Pose Health Risks for Those with Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleHealth problems from burning incense can be a significant risk to adults and children with allergies and asthma.… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – In many cultures, it is common to burn incense for religious and cultural practices, including meditations, celebrations and spiritual and ancestral worship.…
Anaphylaxis Treatment Remains Confusing for Patients, Caregivers and Emergency Personnel
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Anaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those…
Type 2 Inflammatory Disease
Read the full articleType 2 inflammatory disease occurs when the immune system overreacts, sometimes to something like tree or grass pollen or certain… Supported by: Overview Frequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and…
Why should I always carry my epinephrine auto injector?
Read the full articleA lot of people don't want to carry their auto injectors for various reasons. Find out why it's important that… Allergist Nancy Joseph, DO: When you have a food allergy, likely your doctor has probably recommended you carry an epinephrine auto injector and then…
Holiday Humbug Because of Allergies?
Read the full articleHere are some tips from ACAAI on how you can enjoy winter weather and the holidays with allergies and… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2024) (BPT) - The magic of a snowy winter's day and the joy of savoring holiday meals with friends and family…
¿Molestias en temporada festiva a causa de las alergias?
Read the full articleEstos son algunos consejos de ACAAI para disfrutar del clima invernal y la temporada festiva, a pesar de las alergias… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2024) (BPT) - La magia de un día nevado de invierno y la alegría de saborear las comidas…
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…
New Guidelines for Insurers Help Patients Receive Necessary Allergen Immunotherapy Treatment
Read the full articleAll procedures covered by the three codes are medically necessary for patients suffering from allergic rhinitis, asthma, or atopic… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (Nov. 6, 2024) – Newly-published guidance from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma &…
What are the symptom differences between the cold, flu and allergies?
Read the full articleAllergies tend to have sneezing, and allergies usually do not have a fever. So if you have a fever, it's… English Transcript Allergist Mitchell H. Grayson, MD: It can be very difficult to determine the difference between a cold, flu and allergies. However, one…
ACAAI Annual Meeting: Anaphylaxis Treatment Remains Confusing for Patients, Caregivers and Emergency Personnel
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis can come on suddenly and without warning, and because its symptoms can be fatal, it is scary for those… …
ACAAI Annual Meeting: Psychology Referrals Increasing for Children with Food Allergies
Read the full articleWith the rise in incidence of food allergies in children in the past decade, there has been a corresponding increase… …
James Tracy Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleAllergist James Tracy, DO, of Omaha, NE, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma &… BOSTON (OCT. 27, 2024) – Allergist James Tracy, DO, of Omaha, NE, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
Type 2 Connection
Read the full articleUnderstanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get… Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get relief SUPPORTED BY: Rhinorrhea.…
Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection
Read the full articleThis resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign… This resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign…
Penicillin Allergy Delabeling in Syphilis Patients Assists in Furthering Treatment
Read the full articleAbout 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – About 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually allergic. As…
La eliminación del etiquetado de la alergia a la penicilina en pacientes con sífilis ayuda a avanzar en el tratamiento
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de esos pacientes… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Alrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de…
2024 - a pivotal point for health care sector cybersecurity reform
Read the full articleAn OCR proposed rule updating the HIPAA Security Rule is expected soon. Will the Trump administration embrace it or seek… This year, federal policymakers have taken an increased interest in cybersecurity in the wake of the devastating cyberattack on Change Healthcare in March and…
Calendar of Events
Read the full articleJanuary 9-12, 2025 Eastern Food Allergy Co-Morbidity Conference (EFACC) Palm Beach, FL January 22, 2025, 7:00 pm CT Anaphylaxis Update and Treatment Options Webinar Register February 9-13, 2025 Western Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (WSAAI) Waimea, HI March 28…
Nov-Dec AllergyWatch issue features biomarkers and more
Read the full articleThe November/December issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you… The November/December issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need. In this issue, you’ll find: A…
How are allergists using artificial intelligence?
Read the full articleGenerative AI continues to expand at a rapid pace and more clinicians will encounter AI in some capacity in their… Artificial intelligence (AI) applications and tools are seemingly everywhere! How are allergists using AI, and what are their concerns? To get answers, the Telehealth…
Promote your practice this winter
Read the full articleAllergic conditions don’t stop during winter – now is a great time to consider ways to promote your services as… Allergic conditions don’t stop during winter – now is a great time to consider ways to promote your services as an allergist. The College…
When should you send a patient to collections?
Read the full articlePrevious practice excellence articles from the College have addressed collecting payment at the time of service and the importance of improving customer service in financial interactions with patients. And upcoming educational modules will delve into patient financial counseling and how to implement a credit…
AllergyWatch Editors
Read the full articleEditor Stanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GA Dr. Fineman: “College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles.… EditorStanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GADr. Fineman: "College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles. The biannual issues reviewing the ABAI MOC…
ACAAI in the News
Read the full articleHere are the recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.… Here are recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. December 2024 Healio (1 million unique visitors) Caregivers successfully introduce milk, egg, peanut…
Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research
Read the full articleProgram Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program,… Program Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program, to encourage collaboration in clinical…
The Allergists’ Foundation Community Grant Program
Read the full articleThe Allergists’ Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We… The Allergists' Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We are funding innovative projects that address…
FIT Section
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fellow-in-Training Representatives advocate for the needs of FITs and work with College leadership to make sure that FIT members are… The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training Representatives advocate for the needs of FITs and work with College leadership to make sure that FIT members are provided with the tools and resources they…
How allergists can use artificial intelligence
Read the full articleHow can allergists use these tools right now, without spending time or money? And what AI tools are currently… Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days; you can’t go far without hearing about ChatGPT and Bard and how folks are using these tools creatively…
Your ACAAI state delegates are hard at work
Read the full articleThrough the HOD, the Advocacy Council becomes aware of the problems you’re facing in your practices every day… The College’s House of Delegates has been busy in 2024! The HOD is an integral part of our local, state, and regional societies. Delegates serve as…
Practice Management
Read the full articleOur goal is to help you run an efficient and profitable practice. Whether you are looking for help with business… Our goal is to help you run an efficient and profitable practice. Whether you are looking for help with business policies and procedures, coding support,…
Honor Roll
Read the full articleWe are thankful for the generosity of our donors, including those who have reached one of our club levels! Their… We are thankful for the generosity of our donors, including those who have reached one of our club levels! Their support makes it possible for…
Membership Benefits
Read the full articleDiscover all that the College offers! Join your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology to unlock opportunities and benefits found nowhere else: The chance to be active in a prestigious specialty association concerned with the unique needs and goals of…
Member Discounts on Products and Services
Read the full articleCoding Books The Advocacy Council provides College members with special discounted pricing on OPTUM360 coding books. There are hundreds of… Coding BooksThe Advocacy Council provides College members with special discounted pricing on OPTUM360 coding books. There are hundreds of medical reference books available, and you’ll…
Community Grant Program Funding Opportunity
Read the full articleThe Allergists’ Foundation is seeking novel/innovative ideas to address challenges faced by community practicing allergists.… The Allergists’ Foundation is seeking applications for projects that will focus on novel/innovative ideas to address challenges faced by community practicing allergists in the US and Canada. Submission Deadlines:…
Help patients understand their conditions
Read the full articleThe College’s series of “Advice From Your Allergist” brochures provide information for patients as a helpful way to reinforce what you’ve discussed so they can better understand their conditions. Each one contains information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options. Download this handy…
Allergy Office: Coding 95165
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to code for 95165. In this 15-minute module, we’ll discuss:Billing basics for extract prep and administrationMedicare rules for code 95165Medicare’s Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs)How Medicare and commercial payers compareHow to handle…
Cannabis Educational Modules for Allergy Professionals
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members and non-membersThis set of modules is intended to provide tools and an information platform to educate allergists about cannabis use in patients, the rising concern of cannabis allergy, and ways to discuss cannabis with their patients in an effective manner…
Asthma Biologics Self-Assessment
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis Asthma Biologics self-assessment module is designed to help allergy/immunology providers obtain new knowledge, as well as reaffirm existing knowledge. It also helps allergists/immunologists evaluate and maintain their clinical competence. The module consists of 12 case-based, multiple-choice questions. Comprehensive discussions…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 2: Overcoming Barriers in HAE Treatment
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis episode addresses the challenges of managing HAE, including treatment differences in rural vs. urban settings, barriers to care, and the importance of shared decision-making for treatment plans. Discover effective strategies for on-demand home therapy administration. Running time: 20mEarn CME!Price: FREE for…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 3: Long-Term Management and Prophylaxis for HAE
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleExplore the strategies for long-term prophylaxis in pediatric HAE, including when to initiate treatment and the risks and benefits of various approaches. Transitioning care from childhood into adolescence and beyond is also discussed. Running time: 13mEarn CME!Price: FREE for members and non-membersHost…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 1: Diagnosing HAE Accurately
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis discussion covers the key factors in accurately diagnosing HAE, including clinical history, lab testing, and the role of genetic testing in distinguishing between HAE types. Special considerations for diagnosing pediatric patients will also be discussed. Running time: 16mEarn CME!Price: FREE for members and…
2024 Financial Update for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar reviews the latest allergy/immunology financial data, including 2023 MGMA allergist compensation data and 2023 Medicare E&M coding distribution data. Experts also discuss new revenue opportunities for allergists and ideas for making artificial intelligence work…
AllergyTalk Episode 32 - How Does the Atopic March Differ in Black and White Children?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter…
Vaccines: New Developments & How to Address Vaccine Hesitancy (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on December 5, 2024Speaker: Purvi Parikh, MD, FACAAIPeople living with severe asthma or other chronic lung conditions may be at a higher risk for severe illness from contagious viruses such as the flu or COVID-19. Vaccine…
Implementing Peanut OIT in Your Practice
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersRecorded on: 12/7/2022This webinar addresses key considerations for implementing peanut OIT, including patient selection, risks and side-effects, policies and procedures, and office setup. Supported by a grant from Aimmune.Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this webinar, participants should…
Let's Cycle Through Revenue Cycle Management
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersRevenue cycle management may sound simple; it begins when a patient makes an appointment and ends when all claims and patient payments have been collected. However, those critical steps in between can make or break your practice’s…
On Demand 2022 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
On Demand 2022 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2022 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThe Thursday International Food Allergy Symposium focuses on epidemiology and diagnostics, including risk…
On Demand ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 60.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Are You Using These Diagnostic Tests to Maximal Efficacy?The Environment…
On Demand 2023 Practice Management Course
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2023 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThis year’s Thursday Program will feature the latest developments in the science…
On Demand 2023 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
How to Advocate for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThis webinar explains how you can impact issues important to the future of allergy by advocating at the local, state and federal level. Topics include:Getting to know your local, state and federal representativesKnowing the issue(s)--and…
AllergyTalk Episode 46 - Can We Achieve Clinical Remission in Asthma?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, FACAAI; Stanley Fineman, MD, FACAAI; and Timothy Chow, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject…