From the desk of the EMD: I’m an Amazon allergist; you’re a Walmart allergist
Read the full articleAre you laughing at the title of this article? Are you confused by it? I think you are looking at… Are you laughing at the title of this article? Are you confused by it? I think you are looking at the future of medicine in…
Women in allergy
Read the full articleFor the first time in its history, the College has more women than men volunteering to serve on committees. It… For the first time in its history, the College has more women than men volunteering to serve on committees. It is one of the many…
Effect of traffic pollution on asthma and a challenging clinical case
Read the full articleAs the beginning of summer approaches and May draws to a close, I hope you have had time to read… As the beginning of summer approaches and May draws to a close, I hope you have had time to read various articles in the pages…
Saturday is simply presidential
Read the full articleWe’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions,… We’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions, new formats and easier-to-attend events,…
Environmental impact on allergy and asthma
Read the full articleBy now I hope everyone has received their copy of the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and… By now I hope everyone has received their copy of the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. This month’s emphasis is…
From the desk of the EMD: Reflections from the College Leadership Summit.
Read the full articleFor the second year, the College hosted a leadership summit for young allergists. It was a diverse group, with a… For the second year, the College hosted a leadership summit for young allergists. It was a diverse group, with a majority being female and coming…
Food allergy: fact versus fiction
Read the full articleFood allergy has always been a hot topic for both allergists and patients. It’s a highly life-altering allergy to live… Food allergy has always been a hot topic for both allergists and patients. It’s a highly life-altering allergy to live with, so naturally patients have…
Victory for allergy and asthma advocates
Read the full articleIn a victory for all allergy and asthma advocates, a San Antonio jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of… In a victory for all allergy and asthma advocates, a San Antonio jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Allergy & Asthma Network in…
Common food allergy questions answered and childhood asthma risk
Read the full articleI hope you have had a productive March and that Annals has in some way contributed to your productivity. I want… I hope you have had a productive March and that Annals has in some way contributed to your productivity. I want to be certain that you…
Atopic march and "thunderstorm asthma"
Read the full articleHopefully you have received your February issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have read and benefitted… Hopefully you have received your February issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have read and benefitted from its contents. But, just…
Why we need the American Medical Association!
Read the full articleWe need the American Medical Association (AMA). If it were to slip away, we would need another national medical organization… We need the American Medical Association (AMA). If it were to slip away, we would need another national medical organization to take its place. Physicians…
When it comes to your well-being, the College is taking action
Read the full articleAs we celebrate our 75th anniversary, it’s interesting to note that the topic of preventing physician burnout has been around… As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, it’s interesting to note that the topic of preventing physician burnout has been around for a long time. In…
Spotlight on the Science Council
Read the full articleThe Science Council is the College’s largest council with 14 committees and more than 160 volunteer members with a broad… The Science Council is the College’s largest council with 14 committees and more than 160 volunteer members with a broad range of expertise. The College…
Scientific Fellow
Read the full articleFor scientists of high moral, ethical and professional standing who have made meritorious contributions to the field of allergy/immunology. Apply… For scientists of high moral, ethical and professional standing who have made meritorious contributions to the field of allergy/immunology. Apply Now Membership Benefits A subscription…
Women in Allergy Committee
Read the full articleThe Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, committees and… The Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, committees and leadership. ACAAI Women in Allergy Committee’s…
Change Healthcare Cyberattack Resources
Read the full articleACAAI provides helpful resources in reference to the Change Healthcare cyberattack that has left many practices with cashflow issues.… HHS national payer contact info resource UnitedHealth Group provides regular updates regarding the status of claims, payments, their temporary funding program and more. Check this…
April issue of Annals focuses on pollution and allergies
Read the full articleAnnals' April issue provides a crucial update on current thoughts about how pollution is affecting the patients we treat every… Be sure to grab the latest issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and fill up your knowledge of all things allergy and…
International Affiliate Member
Read the full articleFor practicing clinicians living outside of the U.S. or Canada who have graduated from medical school and completed training in… For practicing clinicians living outside of the U.S. or Canada who have graduated from medical school and completed training in allergy/immunology. Apply Now Membership BenefitsResources…
What’s the correct code for…?
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council has partnered with Optum 360 products to offer our members coding books at discounted prices. We… The College’s Advocacy Council has partnered with Optum 360 products to offer our members coding books at discounted prices. We recommend updating your coding books…
The College meeting through a Fellow-in-training’s eyes
Read the full articleThe College Annual Meeting is a dynamic and riveting experience for Fellows-in-training (FITs). As Fellows, we are constantly focused on… The College Annual Meeting is a dynamic and riveting experience for Fellows-in-training (FITs). As Fellows, we are constantly focused on absorbing as much clinical and…
MicroCME: Food Allergy and Early Moisturizing - Lessons from International Studies
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 26 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Helen Brough, discusses food allergy and early moisturizing.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Diagnostic Tools for Food Allergy and Biomarkers for Clinic Use
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 24 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Alexandra Santos, reviews diagnostic tools for food allergy and biomarkers for clinic use.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME…
MicroCME: Rhinitis and Sinusitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 30 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Anju Peters, reviews current journal articles concerning rhinitis and sinusitis.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing…
MicroCME: Understanding the CPT Codes for RPM/RTM
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 25 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Sakina Bajowala, discusses CPT Codes for RPM/RTM.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Role of Immunomodulators
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 20 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Jennifer Heimall, discusses the role of immunomodulators in the management of primary immunodeficiency.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME…
Disparities in Allergy & Asthma Care: Leveling the Playing Field (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 22, 2023Speaker: Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MDThis webinar will focus on the healthcare disparities that Latino/Hispanic patients, both children and adults, face in the areas of asthma and food allergy. Dr. Hernandez-Trujillo will discuss…
Insect Sting and Venom Allergy: Diagnosis, Treatment and Preparedness (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 21, 2024Speaker: David Golden, MDFor most people, insect stings are a short-term annoyance. But for some the venom in a stinging insect can cause an allergic reaction that can range from a mild local…
Top Tips For Employed Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar focuses on areas of interest to employed allergists – and to those interested in becoming employed allergists. Topics include:The advantages and disadvantages of being an employed physician.Keys to success for employed allergists:Employment contract and…
2024 Coding Update for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar examines the new ICD-10 and CPT codes for 2024. We discuss new revenue opportunities for allergists as well as the challenges of billing an E&M code with skin testing.Topics include:New E/M…
AllergyTalk Episode 39 - Should We Pay Teenagers to Carry Epinephrine?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Melinda Rathkopf, 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 experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 41 - A Promising New Treatment for SCID!
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD 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 matter experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 38 - Should Immunotherapy Be Offered For Atopic Dermatitis?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Melinda Rathkopf, 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 experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 40 - Intranasal Epinephrine For Anaphylaxis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD 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 matter experts…
Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color: Improving Care for Our Patients (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on February 20, 2024Speaker: Kelly M. Maples, MDAtopic dermatitis is more common and sometimes more severe in Black/African American people and Hispanic/Latino people, especially children. Because of its unique appearance in skin of color, it…
Food Allergy: Is It the Environment? Or Genetic? (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on February 14, 2023Speaker: (Tina) Sayantani B. Sindher, MD, Director of the Clinical Translational Research Unit at Stanford University Family history is known to be a risk factor for the development of food allergy, however whether this…
Moving Towards Equity: Disparities in Food Allergy
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersIn this webinar, our experts address moving the needle towards equitable allergy and asthma care for all patients and practitioners, in all communities – particularly communities of color.Supported by Novartis.Learning ObjectivesRecognize the racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and geographic quality…
The Importance of Proactively Addressing and De-labeling Antibiotic Allergy (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on January 29, 2024Speaker: Kimberly Blumenthal, MD, MSCWith the rise of drug-resistant organisms, proactive evaluation and delabeling of inaccurate antibiotic allergies is a key component of antibiotics stewardship and quality improvement. Unverified penicillin allergies can have…
Digital Health: Tech + Touch (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on January 26, 2023Speaker: Payel Gupta, MD, FACAAIDigital health and technology use has changed drastically since the 2020 pandemic. When used appropriately, telehealth improves patient health and reduces costs. It also makes care more equitable and accessible…
Allergy Office: Essentials
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members, $79 for non-membersThese modules provide real-world practice management advice packaged in bite-sized chunks that can be quickly implemented in your practice. Each module takes about 15 minutes, and the series focuses on allergy practice improvement strategies in six…
2023 Allergy/Immunology Coding Update
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThis webinar examines the new ICD-10 and CPT codes relevant to allergists for 2023. Experts also review E&M coding and discuss denials and appeals for 95165. Topics include:2023 ICD-10 and CPT code updates.Telehealth…