What’s new at the College’s House of Delegates
A key component of the College’s House of Delegates’ strategic plan was to develop a network of allergists throughout the United States. This program is off to…
Patients’ plans don’t cover allergy services? How to help
Recently, a College member reached out to us about a patient’s health care plan that no longer covers allergy related services like skin testing and allergen i…
More E/M coding direction
The 2020 physician fee schedule finalized changes in evaluation and management (E/M) codes that became effective Jan. 1, 2021. It quickly became evident from p…
Need guidance on E/M codes based on time?
The 2020 physician fee schedule finalized changes in evaluation and management (“E/M”) codes that became effective Jan.1, 2021. It quickly became evident from …
No Surprises Act Update
On June 8, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) began reviewing the regulation that will implement key details of the No Surprises Act. OMB re…
Advocacy, networking and more
The College’s House of Delegates is here for you -- our members -- to collect and disseminate local, regional and state policy intel to the Advocacy Council so…
Cost measure could directly impact allergists
On March 11, the Measure Applications Partnership (MAP) announced it does not recommend the Asthma/COPD Episode-Based Cost Measure for inclusion in the Merit-b…
Your advocacy connection
If you’re from the Southeastern part of the country, take part in the region’s House of Delegates town hall meeting. It’s your opportunity to discuss nonclinic…
Taking a stand on allergy blood testing
The College’s Advocacy Council submitted comments to the chairs of the Committee of Jurisdiction opposing S. 701 – Allergy Testing Access Act of 2021 – sponsor…
Information blocking requirements now in effect
Beginning April 5, health care providers (including allergy practices) and electronic health record (EHR) vendors must comply with the Office of the National C…
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