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No special precautions needed for flu shots for people allergic to eggs
Overwhelming evidence has shown that a flu shot poses no greater risk to those with egg allergy than those without.
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Are Your Allergies and Asthma Ready for College?
If attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about how you’ll manage your allergy or asthma symptoms.
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What is the "Rule of Twos" for asthma?
The "Rule of Twos" in asthma is if somebody is well controlled per our guidelines.
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Clinical Trial Resources
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 thi…
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Prevent Red, White and Achoo this Fourth of July
7月4日节日ivities means taking a few extra precautions to make the holiday safe, and sneeze- and wheeze-free.
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10 tips to keep 'achoos' from interrupting your 'I do's'
While selecting the color scheme and writing your vows, don't forget another important consideration: allergies.
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COVID-19, Asthma and Allergies
As COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients – those with allergies and especial…
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Patient Support Organizations
Organizations supporting patients with asthma and allergies.
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专家敦促那些哮喘预防Smoke from Wildfires
Smoke from fires is a dangerous irritant to the eyes and respiratory system. It can make heart conditions and lung diseases like asthma worse.
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What is a biologic?
Biologics are targeted against certain things that cause inflammation in the system. They are not steroids and not immunosuppressive.
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Does gluten allergy exist?
If you're worried about having a food allergy, whether it's gluten or something else, you really should have reproducible symptoms every single time you eat th…
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Is it ok to exercise if I have asthma?
You want to warm up your lungs and give them time to get ready to for your strenuous activity.
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Should I introduce allergenic foods to my infant?
When a child is around four months or so, they may be ready to have solid foods introduced.
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Why should I see an allergist for my eczema?
Allergists can not only treat eczema with topical therapies, we can also help identify triggers of your eczema and help you know what to avoid
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Are all epinephrine auto injectors the same? How do they differ?
The most important thing is for you to have a device that you can carry with you, you can afford, and you know how and when to use it.
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Is it safe to take asthma medications when pregnant?
Individuals who have asthma who become pregnant should generally remain on their asthma medications because they are thought to be safe.
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Chlorine "Allergy"
Swimming is a great exercise for people with asthma and allergies, but what about the chlorine? Can you be allergic to it?
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El asma en los niños
El asma es una enfermedad común que afecta a 6 millones de niños en los Estados Unidos, según los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades.
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Asthma in Children
If your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.
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AMA’s Vital Physician Practice Expense Study will collect data on physician practice expenses
A new national AMA study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on physician practice… The American Medical Association (AMA) is undertaking a new national study, supported by the College and 173 health care organizations, to collect data on…
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Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award Nominee
Myron Zitt is the director of the Adult Allergy Clinic and an attending physician in medicine at the Nassau University… Myron Zitt, MD, FACAAI is a clinical associate professor of medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and is a…
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Review the 2023 Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Practice Parameter Update
This is your opportunity to review and let the JTFPP know your thoughts/comments. Submit your comment form by Friday, Sept.… It's ready to review! A draft of the Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Guidelines: 2023 ACAAI/AAAAI Joint Task Force (JTFPP) on Practice Parameters GRADE - and…
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ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting - Register Now!
-The ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting takes place Nov. 9-13, 2023 in Anaheim, California. The theme for the 2023 meeting… The ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting takes place Nov. 9-13, 2023 in Anaheim, California. The theme for the 2023 meeting is "Embracing the Evolution of…
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History
过敏反应学家正式的美国大学incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942.… ACAAI's History The American College of Allergists was officially incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942. The American College of Allergists, the precursor organization of our current…
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Past Presidents
Mark Corbett, MD 2021-2022 Luz Fonacier, MD 2020-2021 J. Allen Meadows, MD 2019-2020 Todd A. Mahr, MD 2018-2019 Bradley E.… Mark Corbett, MD 2021-2022 Luz Fonacier, MD 2020-2021 J. Allen Meadows, MD 2019-2020 Todd A. Mahr, MD 2018-2019 Bradley E. Chipps, MD 2017-2018 Stephen…
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Fellow-in-Training
The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. … The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. Apply Now Who We AreThe…
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Resident/Medical Student
For medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply… For medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply Now Application RequirementsAn applicant must…
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Last chance! Help shape allergy/immunology's future
We need your help with the workforce survey developed by the AAP in partnership with ACAAI and AAAAI. Please spare about 15 -20 minutes and help us learn about your experiences. This information will be vital for future planning! It will help us understand…
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Take your patch testing skills to the next level
The College has an exciting opportunity for Fellows-in-Training to take their patch testing skills to the next level.… The College has an exciting opportunity for Fellows-in-Training to take their patch testing skills to the next level. SmartPractice, in collaboration with ACAAI, will once again…
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College supports smoke and heat emergency bills
These bills would help federal, state, and local governments better understand, manage, and communicate on air quality issues caused by… The College is proud to support two newly introduced pieces of legislation – the Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act and the Smoke and Heat…
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The AMA as a partner
We’ve worked for many years with the AMA – and have learned how important its work is to those who… The College’s Advocacy Council leads our advocacy efforts for the betterment of our specialty. Our small sub-specialty needs help to make our voices heard…
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Board exam study resources
The College is here to help as you prepare for Boards. Check out these resources: The Board Review Corner and… The College is here to help as you prepare for Boards. Check out these resources: The Board Review Corner has practice questions and interactive…
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2024 Proposed Physician Fee Schedule
While ACAAI's Advocacy Council continues to review the proposed rule, we wanted to make you aware of the following key… While the ACAAI’s Advocacy Council continues to review the proposed rule to provide a more detailed analysis, we wanted to make you aware of the…
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Billing, Coding & Payments
The health care landscape in the United States is constantly shifting, resulting in changes – and potential changes – for… The health care landscape in the United States is constantly shifting, resulting in changes – and potential changes – for our specialty and your practice.…
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2023 diagnosis coding specificity
Since this rule was implemented, we have received very few reports of audits denying claims using unspecified codes - until… When ICD-10 became effective in 2015, CMS required clinicians to use the most specific codes available. CMS stated they would not audit practices for…
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ACAAI joins Threads
The College uses social media to expand our reach worldwide. Our posts cover allergy/immunology topics of interest to the… You’ve no doubt heard about Threads, the new social media platform that is garnering plenty of attention. The College has added Threads to the many…
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How many MUE's can be billed in a day?
Both Medicare and Medicaid have national “medically unlikely edits” (MUEs) in place that are designed to automatically deny claims that… Both Medicare and Medicaid have national “medically unlikely edits” (MUEs) in place that are designed to automatically deny claims that exceed specific daily limits. Although…
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Happy 80th Anniversary, Annals!
Eighty years is a long time, and this volume (not just the July issue) will be dedicated to celebrating the… Eighty years is a long time, and this volume (not just the July issue) will be dedicated to celebrating the success of Annals.…
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Celebrating the College’s recent wins
I’m pleased to have had so much positive news to share with you, our members, about various “wins” for the… I hope this finds you enjoying a great summer! For me, it's difficult to imagine that it's now more than halfway through my year…
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Optimize your allergy practice
Course Opens:| Course Expires:价格:免费的大学成员,non-membersWit 25美元h declining reimbursements and rising costs, allergy practice efficiency is more important than ever! Practice Management Committee experts discuss ways to make your practice more efficient and give examples from their practices. The following topics are addressed:Technology…
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Atopic Dermatitis: Diversity in Presentation (AAN)
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on October 27, 2022Speaker: Melinda Rathkopf, MDDescription: Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting over 7% of adults and 13% of children with ~ 1/3 of those having moderate to severe disease. It is cared…
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COVID Vaccines: What the Allergist Needs to Know
Course Opens:| Course Expires:价格:免费会员,25美元non-membersThis webinar will focus on what Allergists need to know about the anticipated COVID vaccines and what can they do to prepare their practice.Learning ObjectivesDescribe the different types of vaccines that are under development Identify at-risk…
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Pediatric Asthma eYardstick CME
Course Opens:| Course Expires:The Pediatric Asthma eYardstick presents an in-depth model including practical recommendations for a sustained step-up in asthma therapy for children with inadequately controlled asthma. This interactive version is designed to enable practitioners to intuitively and efficiently utilize the yardstick model in an office…
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2022 Financial Update for Allergists
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE to College members ONLY, not available for non-membersThis webinar will review 2021 allergy compensation data and 2020 CMS E&M allergy coding data. Plus, our experts do a deep dive into financial reporting for allergy practices. Topics include:2022 MGMA Allergy Provider…
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Rhinoscopy in Your Allergy Practice CME 2021
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: $40 for members, $60 for non-membersYou can receive CME credit for reviewing the content on the Rhinoscopy in Your Allergy Practice page!Enroll in the course, pass the quiz, and you can claim 2 credits while testing your rhinoscopy knowledge.rhinoTarget AudienceMedical professionals…
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Current & Future Treatments for Food Allergy (AAN)
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on September 27, 2022Speaker: Akaterina Anagnostou, MDDescription: With multiple novel therapies for food allergy, healthcare providers and patients need to have a better understanding of both risks and benefits of available options, in order to choose accordingly…
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Prior Authorizations from the Insurance Company Perspective
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members, $25 non-membersDouglas Leavengood, MD, FACAAI, was in private practice for more than 30 years – until Cigna Healthcare offered him the position of Medical Director of Allergy/Immunology. One of his new responsibilities is reviewing prior authorization appeal requests, and in…
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Allergy Office: Optimizing Schedules
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to optimize your scheduling. In this 15-minute module, we’ll explore ways to:Increase patient access to appointmentsImprove patient satisfaction with appointments and wait timesMaximize practice efficiency with biologics, allergy shots and moreAnalyze your workflow…
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Allergy Office: Staffing for Efficiency
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to use staffing best practices to improve practice efficiency. Specifically geared to allergy practices, this 15-minute module will cover:Important factors you need to consider when developing staffing levelsHow to use clinical staff to increase productivity…
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Allergy Office: Integrating NPs/PAs
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members, $20 non-members NOTE: There are a few known issues with the functionality of quizzes and expandable content sections in the modules. We are working to fix these issues as soon as possible. In the meantime, we will leave the content…
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Advocacy Council - Correct Documentation Helps Reduce Denials
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersTwo of allergy's leading coding experts will provide tips on what to include in your documentation to support your claims.Learn how to document accurately to minimize denials and maximize revenue flow and to receive appropriate reimbursement…
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Allergy Office: Coding for Allergy Testing
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members; $20 non-membersLearn how to successfully code for various types of allergy testing. This 15-minute module will cover ICD-10 and CPT coding for:Oral challengesLocal anestheticsVenomsPenicillinPatch testingTarget AudienceAllergy practice managers, physicians, NPs, PAs and coding/billing staffAdditional informationDisclosure: N…
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What the Allergist Needs to Know about Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
Course Opens:| Course Expires:价格:免费会员,25美元non-membersThis webinar addresses key information that allergists need to know regarding the FDA Emergency Use Authorization of monoclonal antibodies in the treatment of COVID-19. This webinar is sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline.Target AudienceAllergists/ImmunologistsLearning ObjectivesApply the most current…
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Biologic Basics: The Type 2 Connection (AAN)
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on August 25, 2022Speaker: Jim Tracy, MDDescription: The number of biological therapies is rapidly evolving within the allergy disease space. Historically, TH2 inflammation is a pivotal component of both the disease state as well as therapeutic opportunities…
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Allergy Testing Coding and Billing Essentials
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members, $25 non-membersTo maximize reimbursement for allergy testing, allergy practices need to focus on both coding and billing practices. That includes everything from verifying patient benefits and payor limits to providing patient estimates and managing denials. We’ll review all of…
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Empathic Communication: Yes, you can teach it!
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members, $25 non-membersHow well do your employees and physicians communicate with patients, families and each other? Empathic communication is the key to patient satisfaction, physician and employee engagement, and even patient health outcomes. Elevate your practice by making this webinar part…
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Allergist Salary Data and Employment Contract Review Tips
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersPhysician contracts can be tricky. How do you know what you are worth? What’s in a normal contract? When should you renegotiate? This presentation by Resolve, a firm specializing in reviewing and negotiating physician contracts, provides guidance…
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TSAAI 2023 Annual Meeting
Course Opens:| Course Expires:TSAAI's 2023 Annual Meeting seeks to educate allergists on a variety of topics relevant to the treatment of allergy, asthma, and immunology. Join us and our nationally recognized speakers to learn more about Peanut AIT, EoE, Asthma and the role of biologics, Atopic Dermatitis…
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PIDD eParameter
Course Opens:| Course Expires:Price: FREE for members, $25 non-membersThis eParameter presents the content from the ACAAI/AAAAI Practice Parameter for Primary Immunodeficiency Disease and is designed to be easy to navigate and explore. The practice parameters are documents that establish boundaries for appropriate patient care. They acknowledge…