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Join the Board of Governors on Saturday, May 2 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (ET) for expert panels on AI in downcoding and modifier 25 denials, plus hear directly from President-Elect candidates William R. Blythe, MD and Angela M. Powell, MD. Register…

On January 1, 2026, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) is launching the Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (“WISeR”) Model, which will add AI-powered prior authorization for certain services in Original Medicare—including hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA…

The guideline was published as a supplement in the June 2025 issue of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery on May 27. Clinical Practice Guideline: Surgical Management of Chronis Rhinosinusitis The purpose of this clinical practice guideline focuses on the surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis…

Quality measures are used to track patient care, connect outcomes with processes, and meet third-party payer requirements, such as the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs). Reg-ent allows participants to track performance and benchmark against peers in…

Download PDF High Priority Status: Yes / Opioid-related CBE Number: N/A  Measure Description: Percentage of patients aged 12 years and younger who underwent a tonsillectomy and were given opioids within the 5-day postoperative period. Instructions: This measure is to be submitted each time…

Download PDF High Priority Status: Yes / Outcome CBE Number: N/A Measure Description: Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea and received a corrective procedure for the obstructive sleep apnea and had an improvement in their…

The Mission of the GTF is to Provide Oversight to: Clinical Guideline and Consensus Statement Development Process Clinical Practice Guideline and Expert Consensus Statement Dissemination Clinical Practice Guideline Implementation The GTF also provides a forum for education on topics related to guidelines, development standards, and…

International Visiting Scholarship (IVS) Program The 2026 IVS Program application cycle is now closed.  Winners will be announced in June 2026.   Every year, the AAO-HNSF offers a limited number of scholarships to junior academics from outside the United States in order to attend…

The Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund 2026 Application Cycle is now closed.  Winners will be announced in June 2026. Application Criteria and Award Requirements: The Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund provides grant funds to access or offset costs associated with…

Meet with Vendors and Suppliers The OTO EXPO features the most comprehensive display of the latest products and services available for advancing the specialty of ear, nose, and throat care. With over 200 exhibitors in the OTO EXPO, attendees can participate in hands-on…

The Countdown to #OTOMTG26 Begins! Planning is underway for the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, coming to Los Angeles, California. Join thousands of otolaryngology professionals at the Los Angeles Convention Center for world-class education, hands-on learning, and opportunities to connect…

Opportunity to eliminate preventable harm: Industry must adopt a new safe button or coin cell battery technology that will not cause severe injury inside the body A button or coin cell battery can cause life-threatening tissue injuries of the esophagus, trachea, or major…

State Advocacy Engagement at the state level is critical to advancing policies that support otolaryngology practice and patient care. State legislatures address a wide range of issues that directly impact how otolaryngologists serve their communities—from scope of practice regulations and insurance coverage mandates…

Letter from AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting Program Coordinator DEAR COLLEAGUES, We look forward to welcoming you to the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles, California, October 17 – 20, to renew friendships, engage the vibrant global otolaryngology community, learn from trusted…

Learn about the very latest in otolaryngology education, how to get involved with the Academy, news about upcoming events, including the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, and more! The views and opinions expressed in any podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily…

Grow Your Connections Expand your network at this year's events! Affiliate Meetings/Events Expand your 2025 Annual Meeting experience with specialized affiliate events in Indianapolis! From hands-on workshops to research symposiums and networking gatherings, these independently organized events offer cultural connections and…