2025 Strike Force advocates for allergists in Washington
The Strike Force is an important opportunity for us to spend one day each year meeting in person with important legislative offices.
House committee holds hearing on cybersecurity risks in medical devices
Witnesses urged the Trump administration to start a one-year collaboration with HHS focused on improving cybersecurity protections.
HHS initiates a major reorganization
A major HHS reorganization directly impacts agencies and individuals that oversee federal programs relevant to allergists and our patients.
An interview with Congressman Bob Onder, MD – part 2
Drs. Miller and Meadows ask questions specifically focused on allergy/immunology practice and advocacy for the specialty.
2025 call for State Delegates
The success of our HOD depends on having adequate representation across the country. Are you ready to join us?
Is your practice compliant with HHS discrimination prohibitions?
Last year, the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a final rule implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.
AMA Physician Practice Information survey results – explained
Unfortunately, the results of the AMA survey were not favorable to allergy/immunology, which has historically had very high practice expense.
The College is knocking on United Healthcare’s door
We are hopeful these letters will open a line of communication with UHC and educate them on the benefits and value of allergen immunotherapy.
Traditional MIPS or MVP for allergists in 2025?
This article provides an overview of current MVP reporting options and considerations for allergists.
Understanding the 340B program
The College’s Advocacy Council wants to ensure that allergists understand the program and how it can impact their practices.
College stands against NIH budget cuts
The College has taken a strong stand against proposed cuts to funding that would cap indirect costs for NIH research grants at 15%.
Northeast MAC changes policy regarding dilutions
The Northeast Region – National Government Services – has agreed to reimburse allergists for allergen extract dilutions.
CFPB finalizes rule to remove medical bills from credit reports
The rule bans consumer reporting agencies from including medical debt on credit reports and credit scores sent to creditors.
Information blocking update
A practice/practitioner will not be considered as participating in information blocking if it falls under one of the nine exceptions.
College State Delegate Job Description
State Delegates serve as the liaisons between local, state and regional societies; the Super Delegates in their region; and HOD leadership.
New administration’s impact on allergy
The Advocacy Council wants to address some important developments in the recent presidential administration change and its potential impact.
Understanding the state of Medicare telehealth coverage
CMS lost the authority to provide flexibility in covering telehealth when the PHE expired. Legislation has been passed to extend some of them.
New telemedicine evaluation and management service codes
The AMA CPT Editorial Panel established 17 telemedicine codes. Practitioners should not bill Medicare using CPT codes 98000 – 98015.
Looking ahead – ACAAI Advocacy Council 2025 priorities
The Advocacy Council has been fighting hard to ensure allergists' voices are heard on the issues that affect allergy practices and patients.
2024 – a pivotal point for health care sector cybersecurity reform
An OCR proposed rule updating the HIPAA Security Rule is expected soon. Will the Trump administration embrace it or seek to change it?
