Will my allergies ever go away completely?
Read the full articleTesting would be involved to see exactly what are you allergic to? And with that, you could get into individualized… Allergist Jennifer Shih, MD: Your allergies never technically fully go away, but a board-certified allergist could help you tamper down some of those symptoms.…
Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleThe first step in managing your asthma is getting an accurate diagnosis.… Supported by: Overview Asthma doesn’t have to hold you back. Just ask Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Not only did the Olympian win three gold medals between 1988 and 1992, she also set five world records…
Understanding FeNO Testing for Asthma
Read the full articleWhat is FeNO? FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about… What is FeNO?FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about your asthma. When you breathe out,…
Spring Cleaning: Spruce up Your House While Toning Down Allergies
Read the full articleEven the cleanest of houses can use spring cleaning to start fresh and get rid of allergens that have built… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 6, 2025) – If you think only grannies stand ready with dust rags in preparation for spring cleaning, think again. Cleaning…
Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.… Overview In the United States, asthma affects more than 24 million people — many of whom may not be aware that they have it, especially if their…
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…
Do You Need An Allergist?
Read the full articleIt’s time to take control of your allergies and start enjoying life again. It’s time to find an allergist.… What does an allergist treat? Allergists are specially trained to treat asthma and all types of allergies, including seasonal, food, dust and pet allergies. Allergists…
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.…
My child gets sick a lot, should they see an immunologist?
Read the full articleWhen to really consider an immune evaluation, seeing an immunologist, would be for severe infections, especially recurrent severe infections.… Allergist Melissa Rathkopf, MD: It's a really good question and one we're getting a lot from parents lately, especially post COVID pandemic, is we're seeing…
Pet Allergies
Read the full articleIf your nose runs, your eyes water or you start sneezing and wheezing after petting or playing with a dog… OverviewA pet allergy can contribute to constant allergy symptoms, as exposure can occur at work, school, day care or in other indoor environments, even if…
Nothing to Sneeze at: Expert Tips on Coping with Spring Allergies
Read the full articleIf your first signs of spring are itchy eyes, wheezing, sneezing and/or congestion, learn more about how to handle seasonal… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 18, 2025) - Spring is just around the corner — and so are those annoying spring allergy symptoms. If your first…
Adiós a los estornudos. Consejos para enfrentar las alergias primaverales
Read the full articleSi conoce los alérgenos que desencadenan sus síntomas, querrá comenzar a limitar el contacto con tiempo suficiente.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (18 de febrero de 2025) – LLa primavera está a la vuelta de la esquina, como también lo están los molestos síntomas de la alergia…
What are the most common allergy triggers and how do I avoid them?
Read the full articleWhen we talk about common allergy triggers, there's two ways to think about it: inside allergens and outside allergens.… Allergist Pooja Patel, MD: So when we talk about common allergy triggers, there's two ways to think about it - inside allergens and outside allergens.…
Cuál es la diferencia entre intolerancia y alergia a las comidas?
Read the full articleNow, intolerance are symptoms that generally come and are more directly proportional to the amount ingested, that is, we eat… Espanol El alergólogo Juan Carlos Murillo: Ese es el motivo consulta más frecuente que vemos. la alergia a la comida y me refiero a…
Romantic Gestures for Your Valentine with Allergies or Asthma
Read the full articleA few simple guidelines can keep your allergy- or asthma-prone valentine free from wheezing and sneezing, and make you a… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 29, 2025) – Feeling stressed because Valentine’s Day is approaching, and you haven’t figured out what to get your “special someone?” Fear…
Peanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)
Read the full articleSUPPORTED BY Peanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) with peanut allergen powder-dnfp (Palforzia®) is an FDA-approved treatment for… SUPPORTED BYPeanut Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) with peanut allergen powder-dnfp (Palforzia®) is an FDA-approved treatment for children ages 4 to 17 years…
Is it true children younger than 3 shouldn't be tested for food allergies?
Read the full articleThe only reason you would test an infant is they've had a possible reaction to a food, and to confirm… Allergist Jay Lieberman, MD: You can test a child literally at any age for allergies. So for food allergies, what we do not recommend…
New JAMA Study Highlights Asthma Data Presented at ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleBOSTON (Oct. 28, 2024) – A study published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reports on… BOSTON (Oct. 28, 2024) – A study published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reports on data showing that Combination ICS-SABA…
Patient Support Organizations
Read the full articleOrganizations supporting patients with asthma and allergies.… Allergy & Asthma Network Allergy & Asthma Network is a leading nonprofit patient outreach, education, advocacy and research organization for people with asthma, allergies and related conditions. Its patient-centered network unites individuals, families, caregivers, health professionals, industry…
Experts Urge Those with Asthma to Take Extra Care from Wildfire Risks to Lungs
Read the full articleWhen wildfire smoke spreads, those with respiratory illnesses such as asthma need to be alert to the effects of smoke… Wildfires are an annual risk to people in many different parts of the United States. When smoke spreads across large portions of the country,…
Partners
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond… The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond $500,000+ Platinum $300,000 - $499,999…
The Allergists’ Foundation
Read the full articleAbout The Allergists’ Foundation Mission Vision Leadership Mission To support the specialty of allergy and immunology through education and training.… About The Allergists’ Foundation Mission Vision Leadership Mission To support the specialty of allergy and immunology through education and training. Vision To create better allergists…
AllergyWatch
Read the full articleWith AllergyWatch, the College has done the work for you: We’ve collected relevant specialty news from around the world in a… With AllergyWatch, the College has done the work for you: We’ve collected relevant specialty news from around the world in a single bimonthly publication. AllergyWatch gives…
The Allergists' Foundation 2024 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2024 Grantees Barbara K. Ariue, MD, FACAAI Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Diagnosing and Managing Inborn Errors of Immunity Barbara Ariue, MD, FACAAI is leading a 12-month project to address gaps in the understanding and management of Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI). Her project…
The Allergists' Foundation 2023 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2023 Grantees Alan P. Baptist, MD, MPH, FACAAI Treatment For Mild Asthma: What Matters to Patients and Providers Alan Baptist, MD, FACAAI is conducting a qualitative research project utilizing focus groups and survey data to better understand patient and provider perspectives on unanswered questions…
The Allergists' Foundation 2022 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2022 Grantees Sara Anvari, MD, MSc, FACAAI Improving Access to Allergy Specialty Care in Houston Through a Novel Penicillin Allergy Stewardship Program Sara Anvari, MD, MSc, FACAAI is leading a 12-month project to develop a protocol to ensure that low-risk patients in…
The Allergists' Foundation 2021 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2021 Grantees Marcella Aquino, MD, FACAAI Multi-level Contributing Factors to Ethnic and Racial Disparities in Urban Children with Asthma and Atopic Dermatitis Marcella Aquino, MD, FACAAI led a 2-year study that offered an innovative approach to identify multi-level risk and resource…
The Allergists' Foundation Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2024 Community Grant Recipients Barbara K. Ariue, MD, FACAAI Derek K. Chu, MD, PhD Toan T. Do, MD (FIT Member) Ruby Moreno, MD Devika R. Pillay, DO (FIT Member) Benjamin C. Stewart-Bates, DO (FIT Member) Jing Yi Sun, MD Kelly Colas, DO (FIT…
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…
How Some Academic Medical Centers Use RVUs in Compensation and Productivity Models to Reflect Clinical, Teaching and Research Duties
Read the full articleSome compensation models assign RVUs not only for clinical work but also for teaching and research activities.… Some academic medical centers have developed compensation models that assign RVUs not only for clinical work but also for teaching and research activities. These models are designed…
House hearing shows PBM reform remains a priority for this Congress
Read the full articleOne of the most significant and impactful PBM reforms was a ban on “spread pricing,” particularly within Medicaid.… On Feb. 26, the House Energy & Commerce Committee held a hearing on Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) titled “An Examination of How Reining in PBMs Will…
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. March 2025 WikiHow (50 million unique visitors) How to keep a cat if…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Neffy / Anaphylaxis
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your Neffy prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… …
Northeast MAC changes policy regarding dilutions
Read the full articleThe Northeast Region – National Government Services – has agreed to reimburse allergists for allergen extract dilutions.… As the leader in advocating for allergists and their patients, the Advocacy Council is thrilled to announce that, as a result of our successful meetings with the…
Get Involved in the College!
Read the full articleAre you interested in contributing to the work of the College and advancing the specialty? Join a committee and get… Are you interested in contributing to the work of the College and advancing the specialty? Join a committee and get involved! Learn more about…
Five things you should know about the College website
Read the full articleThere is so much great information on the College website! A few times each year, we highlight different resources you… There is so much great information on the College website! A few times each year, we highlight different resources you can find there. Let’s…
Gold Headed Cane Award Recipients
Read the full article2024Luz S. FonacierMD, FACAAI 2023Gary N. GrossMD, FACAAI 2022James L. SublettMD, FACAAI 2021Jay M. PortnoyMD, FACAAI … 2024Luz S. FonacierMD, FACAAI 2023Gary N. GrossMD, FACAAI 2022James L. SublettMD, FACAAI 2021Jay M. PortnoyMD, FACAAI 2020Stanley M. FinemanMD, MBA, FACAAI2019Dana V. WallaceMD, FACAAI 2018…
Join
Read the full articleACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership… ACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership Types Choose from Member, Fellow,…
2025 G2211 add-on code
Read the full articleThis article will outline how and when to bill G2211, which Medicare began reimbursing in January of 2024.… During our recent webinar 2025 Coding Update for Allergists, there were a lot of questions about coding for G2211, the office/outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M)…
College stands against NIH budget cuts
Read the full articleThe College has taken a strong stand against proposed cuts to funding that would cap indirect costs for NIH research… The College has taken a strong stand against proposed cuts to funding that would cap indirect costs for NIH research grants at 15%. In…
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…
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…
AllergyTalk Episode 47 - Does Food Allergy Increase Cardiovascular Risk?
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…
