From the desk of the EMD: Side gigs for allergists
For most allergists, we are busy enough—in fact, too busy, with more and more patients, time on the EHR and dealing with insurance companies. So why woul…
The asthma controller step-down yardstick, the role of the microbiome in asthma and the gut microbiome in food allergy
As March comes to a close and the temperature (and pollen levels!) continue to rise, I hope many of you will take the time to pick up your March copy of the An…
Mutually exclusive ICD-10 codes
The Advocacy Council regularly receives queries from members on how to correctly code specific scenarios. Recently we received requests for assistance from two…
A wealth of webinars
We’ve got a treasure trove of upcoming opportunities for you to enhance your practice. Check out our three new webinars and sign up to learn from the com…
Everything you need to know about coding for oral food challenges
Recent studies show the prevalence of food allergy is more than double what was previously reported: a surprising 32 million Americans have food allergies. Giv…
Collaborating with like-minded organizations creates a stronger voice.
We are a small specialty with a big voice, especially when we join with like-minded organizations to express our views on issues of importance and work on proj…
The microbiome
Happy March to all! It looks like the end of winter is in sight for most of our country. We are all beginning to see a warming trend coming. It is this time of…
From the desk of the EMD: Is it time for “Medicare for all?”
As EMD of the College, I usually don’t take up controversial topics in this column. In fact, the College walks a fine line when we are approached to sign…
Your leadership’s decisions
The following are key actions taken by the Board of Regents at its Nov. 15 meeting and by the Executive Committee at its Jan. 15 teleconference.Ratified the no…
Your questions answered
We asked Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive medical director, to comment on how committee members can grow with the organization and step into positions of …