College leaders advocate for allergists and patients on Capitol Hill
Strike Force members spent three days on Capitol Hill meeting with members or legislative assistants in more than 25 Congressional offices.
AMA and MGMA back allergists’ call for an applicable MIPS Value Pathway
In the CMS 2027 Proposed QPP Rule, CMS proposed retiring the traditional MIPS reporting option after the 2028 performance period.
Allergists are off to Washington again
This week, a group of allergists will meet in Washington D.C. for the College’s 2026 Advocacy “Strike Force 2.0” on Capitol Hill.
ACAAI urges CMS to protect allergy practices
Medicare policy must reflect how allergy care is actually delivered and must not create new barriers for small and independent practices.
Making the case for fair allergy immunotherapy policy
The comment period for the proposed 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule closed Sept. 14, and ACAAI made sure the voice of allergy was heard.
UHC touts prior authorization relief
A careful review of the codes finds little that will reduce the everyday administrative burden faced by allergists.
Medicare Advantage appeals process explained
To effectively advocate for their patients and to secure appropriate reimbursement, clinicians must understand the MA appeals framework.
Help us get fair payment for allergy extracts
Together, we and our partners have successfully persuaded Medicare to cover the buildup phase of allergy shots.
The 1% myth
Recent headlines suggest (incorrectly) that prior authorization is no longer the obstacle it once was.
CMS unveils the proposed 2027 Medicare physician fee schedule
CMS has responded to years of ACAAI advocacy by requesting public input on modernizing its allergy immunotherapy policies for CPT code 95165.
2027 CMS Proposal to reduce payment for procedures with E/M visit has minor impact on allergy
Practices that routinely perform nasal endoscopy in conjunction with office visits should review the proposal carefully.
What the 2027 Medicare QPP Proposed Rule would mean for allergy practices
This is the first article in a multi-part series that provides a summary of CMS’s 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.
Doc Caucus working on long-needed Medicare physician payment relief
Bipartisan physician Members of Congress introduced the Patients First Act, a comprehensive legislation to reform Medicare physician payment.
What the CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule reveals about CMS’s policy direction
Many of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule's most significant provisions extend beyond the CY 2027 payment year.
CMS proposes sweeping expansion of Medicare enrollment revocation authority
The proposed rule is currently open for public comment, and ACAAI’s Advocacy Council is preparing comments.
UnitedHealthcare announces new allergy testing policy
UnitedHealthcare (UHC) has released a new reimbursement policy titled, "Allergen Testing Policy, Professional and Facility.”
ACAAI strengthens its voice at the AMA Annual Meeting
The College was strongly represented at the American Medical Association (AMA) Annual Meeting held in Chicago earlier this month.
When the insurance company’s AI calls your office
Consider a busy allergy practice. A scheduler receives a call from a polite, efficient "patient" seeking an appointment.
ACAAI’s Advocacy Council urges greater oversight of the prior authorization process
The Advocacy Council submitted comments supporting electronic standards adoption for processing prior authorization requests for drugs.
Deadlines for accessibility requirements
If your practice accepts Medicare or Medicaid payments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will likely apply to you.
