NEW: Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund
GrantThe AAO-HNSF is proud to announce the launch of the Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund to benefit the continuing education needs of otolaryngologists pr…
The Latest in Science and Medical Advancement in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery to be Presented at AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting
News, Press ReleaseFor Immediate Release:Contact [email protected], Virginia — The latest research and advances in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery will be presen…
Learn about the Governing Council Candidates
Take a look at the SRF, WIO, and YPS Governing Council candidates! Online voting by section members registered for the AAO-HNSF 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO E…
Coalition Letter to Cigna Modifier-25
April 18, 2023David CordaniChairman and Chief Executive OfficerThe Cigna Group900 Cottage Grove RoadBloomfield, CT 06002Dear Mr. Cordani:On behalf of the under…
Position Statement: Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness in Adults
Position StatementPatients with asymmetric or unilateral sensory hearing loss struggle with speech perception in noise and sound source localization due to loss of binaural cues…
Position Statement: Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness in Children
Position StatementChildren with unilateral sensorineural hearing loss experience problems with sound localization, speech perception in noise, and increased auditory effort due …
Position Statement: Nasal Valve Repair
Position StatementThe American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery recognizes surgical repair of the nasal valve as a distinct surgical procedure that can improve na…
Public Comment: Clinical Practice Guidelines & Quality Measures
Clinical Practice Guideline, Quality MeasureBelow are opportunities to provide feedback for both our Clinical Practice Guidelines and Quality Measure Specifications that are in development*.Clinical Prac…
International Travel Grant to the Annual Meeting
GrantThe 2023 International Travel Grant Program for travel to the 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience in Nashville, TN, September 30 – October 4, 2023 has clo…
Position Statement: PNN Ablation for the Treatment of Chronic Rhinitis
Position StatementChronic rhinitis is a common condition that affects about 60 million Americans, and presents with symptoms of nasal congestion, rhinorrhea/postnasal drip, nasa…
Position Statement: Drug-Eluting Sinus Implants
Position StatementThe American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery supports the use of drug-eluting implants in the management of mucosal inflammation of the paranas…
Position Statement: Fiberoptic/Flexible Endoscopic Examinations of Swallowing (FEES)
Position StatementFiberoptic endoscopic examination of swallowing (FEES) is a well-established diagnostic procedure medically indicated for diagnosis, treatment planning, and mo…
AAO32: Standard Benign Positional Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV) Management+
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: Yes / Appropriate UseNQF Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients diagnosed with Benign Positional Paroxysmal Ve…
AAO36: Tympanostomy Tubes: Resolution of Otitis Media with Effusion (OME) in Adults and Children+
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: Yes / OutcomeNQF Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older with a diagnosis of otitis med…
AAO20: Tympanostomy Tubes: Comprehensive Audiometric Evaluation
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: No / N/ANQF Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 6 months through 12 years with a diagnosis of otitis m…
AAO12: Tympanostomy Tubes: Topical Ear Drop Monotherapy for Acute Otorrhea+
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: Yes / Appropriate UseNQF Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 6 months to 12 years of age at the time o…
AAO21: Otitis Media with Effusion (OME): Comprehensive Audiometric Evaluation for Chronic OME ≥ 3 months
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: No / N/ANFQ Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 6 months to 12 years of age with a diagnosis of otitis…
AAO34: Dysphonia: Postoperative Laryngeal Examination
Quality MeasureDownload PDFHigh Priority Status: No / N/ANQF Number: N/AMeasure Description:Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were diagnosed with new onset d…
