ACAAI 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting registration opens soon
Reconnect and recharge at the ACAAI 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 4-8, 2021, in New Orleans. Plan to attend! The compelling educational sessions, top-no…
Annals impact factor increases more than 27%
I am pleased and delighted to announce the impact factor (IF) for the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has increased from 4.969 to 6.347 in just one ye…
From the Desk of the Executive Medical Director
Well, I did it. I went to my first in-person allergy meeting since the start of the pandemic, the Eastern Allergy Conference, to speak. It had been 15 months s…
Addressing diversity and reducing A/I heath care disparities
As noted at the beginning of my term as ACAAI President, addressing diversity and reducing health care disparities in allergy/immunology is one of my priority …
We clarify Evaluation and Management codes
This article has corrected information as of July 22, 2021.The 2020 physician fee schedule finalized changes in evaluation and management (E/M) codes that beca…
Hiring requires extra effort
Is your practice finding it hard to recruit and hire high-quality clinical and non-clinical employees? If so, you’re not alone; members of the College’s Practi…
Are you an influencer?
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month - MayNational Penicillin Allergy Day - SeptemberEczema Awareness Month - OctoberFood Allergy Awareness Week - MayTh…
HHS extends deadlines to use and report on Provider Relief Funds
On June 11, 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released new guidance on the Provider Relief Fund (PRF).HHS extended the deadline by which …
I was sued for malpractice
OK, I got your attention. Yes, I was sued as a third-year pediatric resident related to an infant in the NICU getting too high a dose of potassium. The inciden…
Can patients find you?
The College’s public website is full of resources for those seeking answers for symptoms, options for treatment and resources on a wide range of allergic condi…
Get ready for summer
Summer allergy season is upon us. As people look for relief from summer allergies, now is a great time to promote your services as an allergist. Download our s…
Member resources at your fingertips
Last fall the College unveiled a refreshed member website with a clean design and easy-to-find resources. Have you visited the site lately? Take a tour today t…
Meeting patients’ needs – in Spanish
As of 2019, about 13% of the U.S. population over the age of 5 speaks Spanish at home. That represents approximately 41 million people. Chances are, you have p…
Same-day appointments: A winning strategy
How long does it take for a new patient to get an appointment in your practice? What about an existing patient with an urgent issue? These are key questions ev…
Progress and challenges
Six months into my tenure as ACAAI president, I’m pleased to report progress on 2021 priorities.We’re still dealing with the pandemic on multiple fronts, but t…
It’s Food Allergy Awareness Week
It’s Food Allergy Awareness Week! More than 32 million Americans have a serious and potentially life-threatening food allergy, and many College members see pat…
Dive deep into telehealth
College members are invited to take part in the American Medical Association’s Telehealth Immersion Program for physicians, practices, and health systems to op…
Where are all the physicians going?
I have written several columns on burnout, as I believe that this is a major issue for allergists, as with all physicians. College staff sent me a fascinating …
CMS updates two programs
The Open Payments Program is expanding in 2021 and new resources are available on the QPP site.Open Payments ProgramThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Ser…
College Advantage: Spring 2021
Testing, treating, vaccinating: College members go above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic.
