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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."

AAOA Member Benefits

  • Up to 60% discount for CME programs and free Annual Meeting. All AAOA’s CME programs meet ABOTOHNS Continuing Certification.
  • AAOA US ENT Affinity program, where AAOA members can gain savings on antigen, allergy supplies, and any of the other 5 service lines US ENT offers. For more email affinityprogram@aaoallergy.org.
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More
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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CORNER

As part of our on-going member support, we are introducing a new website feature to help with common practice management challenges. We welcome your input with questions or challenges you would like to address. Read More

ADVOCACY UPDATES

CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule Summary

July 28, 2026

On July 14, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Medicare Physician…

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Looking for USP <797> Guidance? It’s in Your AAOA Member Benefits

April 23, 2026

USP General Chapter 797 Sterile Allergen Extract Compounding AAOA Online Module and Resources — 15%…

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Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Rule for 2026 Finalizes Controversial Policies

February 10, 2026

On October 31 the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2026…

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Upcoming Dates

10/15/26: Annual Meeting Content Access
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12/01/26: Research Grant Cycle
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12/16/26: Explorers Course Hotel Deadline
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06/01/27: Research Grant Cycle
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07/01/27: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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EDUCATION

Explorers Course 2027

Content deep dives for 2027 will focus on advanced rhinology for the private practice ENT, advanced laryngology featuring Nausheen Jamal, MD, Chair, UTMB and Barbara Ebersole, an outstanding SLP at MD Anderson, ETD and the roll for in office procedures, balloons, and more, dermatologic manifestation of allergic disease, and more! Learn More and Register

Call For Proposals

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2026 AAOA Annual Meeting Call for Proposals. Do you have burning content ideas to be presented at the Annual Meeting? The AAOA is seeking proposals to incorporate in the educational sessions for the 2026 Annual Meeting. Learn More

RESIDENTS

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

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Allergic Rhinitis Amplifies Asthma Risk in Patients With Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Large-Scale Retrospective Cohort Analysis
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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

2026 AAOA Annual Meeting – Hybrid
Content Access October 15, 2026
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Explorers Course 2027: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology - Hybrid
December 7, 2026 - March 7, 2027
January 7 - 9, 2027 - Live
The Hythe Vail, CO
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2027 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy &
Immunology – Hybrid
June 8, 2027 - September 10, 2027
July 8-10, 2027 - Live
Paradise Point San Diego, CA

2027 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
October 28 - October 31, 2027 - Live
Mills House Charleston, SC

USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available Until December 31

News and Updates

CEO Update, September 2026

September 28, 2026

"One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and…

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CEO Update, August 2026

August 31, 2026

Seems all my social media feeds are about finding balance, nature, and hobbies or creative…

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Classifying Chronic Rhinosinusitis What EPOS 2020 Changes

August 25, 2026

Podcast Host: Scott Fortune, MD, FAAOA Podcast Guests: Meha Fox, MD, FAAOA; Peter Filip, MD,…

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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

Breaking Down Viral ENT Health Hacks

By Christie DeMason, MD, FAAOA Social media continues to be a highly utilized source of health information especially among younger patients. According to a survey…

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Teleheath Toolkit for Providers

The AAOA has developed a telehealth toolkit to help you better understand and apply all the new CMS rules. From Medicare, coinsurance, direct supervision, and state rules to links to the FSMS, OIG fact sheet, and telehealth technological requirements. 

CMS is considering challenges for when the patient either does not have access to realtime audio/video technology or is challenged in its use.

Download the AAOA Telehealth Toolkit for Providers.

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