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Medicare denials for immunotherapy injections with venom immunotherapy
This issue began appearing last fall, affecting multiple Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs). Denials typically cite reason code CO-50.
Congress passes ACAAI-backed Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act
This legislation represents an important step toward improving the safety and well-being of students with food allergies across the country.
2027 Medicare price reductions for asthma inhalers
CMS unveiled agreements with drug makers for sharply lower prices on 15 high-cost medications under Medicare's drug negotiation program.
College OIT Coding Recommendations
Always verify individual payer policies in writing before initiating OIT services, as coverage and accepted codes vary widely.
2026 MIPS Final Policies
CMS has finalized its proposal to maintain the 75-point performance threshold through the 2028 performance period.
Understanding the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
This article outlines important payment and policy changes that will shape reimbursement and practice operations for allergists in the coming year.
Adhering to USP 797 standards for in-office extract preparation
Compounding guidelines ensure patient safety by minimizing contamination, incorrect dosing, or other errors during sterile preparation.
Defend the allergy specialty
Our need to defend the allergy specialty is critical! These issues threaten our practices, specialty, and livelihoods.
Know the difference between build-up and dilution of allergy extracts
All seven MACs have now agreed in writing to cover the build-up phase of allergy extract preparation and administration.
CMS lifts temporary claims hold after series of confusing updates
Practices in areas with a work Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCI) factor less than 1.0 will have lower Medicare reimbursements.
