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The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) represents over 2,700 Board-certified otolaryngologists and health care providers. Otolaryngology, frequently referred to as Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), uniquely combines medical and surgical expertise to care for patients with a variety of conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat, as well as commonly related conditions. AAOA members devote part of their practice to the diagnosis and treatment of allergic disease. The AAOA actively supports its membership through education, research, and advocacy in the care of allergic patients.

"Advance the comprehensive management of allergy and inflammatory disease in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery through training, education, and advocacy."

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ADVOCACY UPDATES

Interim Package and Resuming Non-COVID Care

April 21, 2020

Sharing the latest on the interim package and the news from CMS about resuming non-COVID…

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Teleheath Toolkit for Providers

April 14, 2020

The AAOA has developed a telehealth toolkit to help you better understand and apply all the new…

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CMS Released More Blanket Waivers

April 13, 2020

Practitioner Locations CMS is temporarily waiving requirements that out-of-state practitioners be licensed in the state…

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Changes in MACRA

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Before the close of 2017, all physicians must take action to avoid the 4 percent cut that will be assessed in 2019 for not participating in the new Quality Payment Program (QPP) authorized by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA).  Read More

CMS Announces Changes in MACRA Implementation Timeline. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced major changes to the implementation of the Medicare Access and CHIP Re-authorization (MACRA).
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Upcoming Dates

12/01/23: Research Grant Cycle
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04/01/24: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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06/25/24: Membership Application Deadline to be eligible for AAOA Member rate for the 2024 Basic Course

07/01/24: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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EDUCATION

2023 AAOA Annual Meeting

Register Now to access over 19 hrs of CME | Continuing Certification through our 2023 Hybrid Annual Meeting. The meeting will take place in Nashville and virtually from September 29 - October 1, 2023. On-Demand post course access will be open until November 14, 2023. Learn More

RESIDENTS

For information about Resident opportunities, DosedDaily, research grants, and other resources. Learn More

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IFAR Featured Content: COVID-19 - Free Access
Endonasal instrumentation and aerosolization risk in the era of COVID‐19: simulation, literature review, and proposed mitigation strategies . Read More

Changes in Managing Practices

Working together with AAOA staff, volunteer leadership and members will enable us to have a positive impact on our members’ practices.

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Live and Online CME

2023 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
September 29 – October 1, 2023
Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown
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2024 AAOA Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
February 8 - 10, 2024
Hyatt Regency Tamaya
Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico
(outside Albuquerque)
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2024 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
July 25-27, 2024
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida
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2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Next Availability - November 1, 2023

News and Updates

CRS with/without Nasal Polyps Podcast Series: Common Co-morbidities

February 3, 2022

In the second episode of CRS with/without Nasal Polyps Podcast Series: Common Co-morbidities, Jennifer Villwock,…

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CRS with/without Nasal Polyps Podcast Series: From Immune Pathways to Clinical Practice

February 2, 2022

In the first episode of CRS with/without Nasal Polyps Podcast Series: From Immune Pathways to Clinical…

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College Allergy Symptoms Treatment Back to Shcool

PRACTICE RESOURCES

AAOA Practice Resource Tool Kit

The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) Practice Resource Tool Kit is intended as a guide to help AAOA members integrate allergy into their otolaryngology practice and to continually improve on this integration as new information, regulations, and resources become available.

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PARTNER RESOURCE CENTER

AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.

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PATIENT CORNER

Hypoallergenic Pet Food: Myth or Magic Solution?

By Alfred Sassler, DO, AAOA PPR Commitee A major pet food producer is marketing a “groundbreaking” cat food to reduce cat allergens. It was released…

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Important Information

USP 797 Update

While the implementation date of the new USP General Chapter <797> Sterile Compounding has been postponed, it is not too early to start preparing. The 3 key compliance criteria all compounding personnel must meet annually. Learn More

Ingestion Update

Previously ingestion challenge testing for food, drugs or other substance was reported under Code 95075. That code has been deleted and effective January 1, 2013, is replaced by two new codes 95076 and 95079. Read More

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Updated Opinions and Guidance

FDA Updates

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the following sublingual tablets for pollen-induced allergies.

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Scope of Knowledge

View the Updated Scope of Knowledge via PDF. View Now:

AAOA Scope of Knowledge

Medicare, MACRA and Your Practice

Medicare Documentation

Medicare has changed the documentation requirements. Please read this important update. Read More

MACRA Timeline

Please review the MACRA reporting timeline update for 2017. Read More

AAOA NEWS

Leadership Blog

It’s Hard to Believe That It’s Been Over 13 Months…

December 8, 2020

Dear Colleagues, I hope all of you enjoyed our spectacular…

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Practice Management

USP General Chapter Released

November 4, 2022

After a multi-year effort, the long-awaited revision of Chapter 797…

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Many otolaryngologists and their practice administrators confuse marketing and advertising, thinking marketing is limited to advertising to attract new patients.
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New IFAR Article

Special Issue: International Consensus Statement on Allergy and Rhinology: Allergic (ICAR) Access Here

Sarah Wise, MD, FAAOA joins Dr. Tim Smith’s Scope It Out to discuss ICAR Listen to Podcast

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2023 AAOA Annual Meeting – Hybrid
September 29 – October 1, 2023
Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Learn More and Register

2024 AAOA Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology – Hybrid
February 8 – 10, 2024
Hyatt Regency Tamaya
Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico
(outside Albuquerque)

2024 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology – Hybrid
July 25-27, 2024
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida

2024 AAOA Annual Meeting – Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

USP 797 Online Module
Learn More and Register

AAOA Educational Stacks
Next Availability – November 1, 2023

Advocacy Updates

United Agrees To Give Physicians ERISA Rights in Connection with Repayment Demands

September 13, 2021

Bottom line Recent class action settlement gives all out-of-network (“ONET”) physicians important…

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CY 2022 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Summary

July 27, 2021

On July 13, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services…

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As a member, you will be eligible for registration fee discounts on all AAOA CME functions and all of our patient education and practice management resources. These savings alone can offset most or all of your dues. Join Today

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