Ethan W.
Read the full articleLisa W.’s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. “It was our first… Lisa W.'s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. "It was our first night in a hotel room…
Laura, Emily and Collin S.
Read the full articleLaura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person’s asthma story is… Laura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person's asthma story is different and how an allergist…
Ben D.
Read the full articleFor a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn’t keep… For a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn't keep up with the other 10-year-olds…
Taylor H.
Read the full articleTaylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her… Taylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her purple belt in karate. But…
Cameron L.
Read the full articleGoing to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited… Going to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited Washington, he went not as…
Doug L.
Read the full articleAsthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if… Asthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if he felt the onset of…
Fran H.
Read the full articleFran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn’t always the case. Five years ago Fran developed a chronic… Fran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn't always the case.Five years ago Fran developed a chronic cough that wouldn't respond to treatment…
Gerri R.
Read the full articleIt took Gerri 27 years to find relief. Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an… It took Gerri 27 years to find relief.Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an allergist. She figured her only remedy…
Jonathon M.
Read the full articleThere’s no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old “sleeps, eats and drinks soccer,”… There's no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old "sleeps, eats and drinks soccer," according to his mom, Carol.But…
Josh C.
Read the full articleJosh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you… Josh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you saw him today, it may…
Karen H.
Read the full articleAfter 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the… After 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the confidence and energy she gained…
Recommendations on the use of face masks to reduce COVID-19 transmission
Read the full articleAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with… As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with asthma have questions about wearing…
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…
Read about asthma and the use of oscillometry this month
Read the full articleIf you are not using oscillometry now, you may very well want to start after reading the impactful articles.… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on asthma and the use of oscillometry to look at small airways and possible…
California Wildfire Resources
Read the full articleThe College has gathered resources for those affected by the California wildfires, and also for those who wish to… We stand with our members and their families who have fled the devastating California wildfires, as well as health care facilities that are struggling in…
Information blocking update
Read the full articleA practice/practitioner will not be considered as participating in information blocking if it falls under one of the nine… The Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) recently published two final rules addressing…
Board of Regents Nominations Accepted Until Feb. 17!
Read the full articleThe College is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Apply Now!… The College is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Apply Now!…
Map out your year and consider how you can contribute in 2025
Read the full articleOne of the best things about an organization like ACAAI is the range of activities, each with a different focus… When I was a teenager, my father once accused me of being a procrastinator. I responded at the time, “Dad, I am not a…
New administration’s impact on allergy
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council wants to address some important developments in the recent presidential administration change and its potential impact.… The College’s Advocacy Council wants to address some important developments regarding the recent change in presidential administration and its potential impact on allergy. We acknowledge…
AllergyWatch kicks off 2025 with engaging asthma and food allergy articles
Read the full articleThe latest issue includes a heavy emphasis on asthma, including prevention, improved understanding of underlying pathophysiology, and more.… The January/February issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need quickly. In this issue, you’ll find: A…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Xolair / Food Allergy
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… ACAAI and the Advocacy Council of the ACAAI (the AC) caution that the information provided on this site does not constitute legal advice. In addition, the ACAAI and the…
Medicare payment policies for telehealth
in Telehealth | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleRead the latest on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage for telehealth.… Read the latest on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage for telehealth.…
Medicare telemedicine rules and coverage for 2025
in Telehealth | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleCongress has passed legislation to extend some of the most popular telehealth coverage flexibilities.… Congress has passed legislation to extend some of the most popular telehealth coverage flexibilities.…
Do we have the best contact info for you?
Read the full articleYour ACAAI membership gives you access to many resources exclusive to College members. Make sure we have your correct information… Your ACAAI membership gives you access to many resources that are exclusive to College members. And often, you learn about member resources and benefits…
Staying up to date on best practices for treating anaphylaxis
Read the full articleAs allergists/immunologists, we all share the constant anxiety of our patients who are at risk from anaphylaxis.… With a new disaster popping up every few weeks here in the U.S., it is natural to focus on the latest, most critical, and most life-threatening events.…
Advocacy Council work pays off! Medicare may pay for some dilutions.
Read the full articleA Medicare Administrative Contractor for practices in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA (excluding Arlington County, Fairfax County, and Alexandria),… A Medicare Administrative Contractor for practices in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN, VA (excluding Arlington County, Fairfax County, and Alexandria), and WV - has acknowledged that for…
Billing for E/M and testing on the same day
Read the full articleAllergists often get pushback when trying to bill for an E/M visit on the same day as allergy testing or… Allergists often get pushback when trying to bill for an E/M visit on the same day as allergy testing or an oral challenge. Theoretically,…
Understanding the state of Medicare telehealth coverage
Read the full articleCMS lost the authority to provide flexibility in covering telehealth when the PHE expired. Legislation has been passed to extend… The COVID-19 pandemic brought about many popular changes to how Medicare covers telehealth. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) used special authority…
Time For An Allergist campaign continues its success
Read the full articleAs of mid-December, we have achieved excellent results with this outreach effort that’s targeted to primary care physicians and other… In September 2022, the College launched its “Time for an Allergist” campaign. Videos starring celebrity John C. McGinley (of the hit TV show Scrubs)…
Do patients and primary care providers know all the ways you can help?
Read the full articleCheck out our campaign to help educate PCPs as well as current and new patients about all the conditions you treat. Get inspired. Get connected. Get referrals. The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has been working tirelessly on your behalf to help…
New telemedicine evaluation and management service codes
Read the full articleThe AMA CPT Editorial Panel established 17 telemedicine codes. Practitioners should not bill Medicare using CPT codes 98000 –… The American Medical Association CPT Editorial Panel established 17 telemedicine codes. These evaluation and management (E/M) codes correspond with the time spent with a patient,…
