International Advisory Board (IAB)
May 9, 2025The IAB is made up of global otolaryngology—head and neck surgery societies from the Academy's International Corresponding Societies (ICS) affiliated network. About the International Advisory Board (IAB) The IAB was established in 2016 as an international member network within the AAO-HNS…
Health Policy Advocacy
May 7, 2025Coding Corner While the Academy does not provide individualized coding or billing advice, we do offer several comprehensive resources to aid AAO-HNS members in their practice decisions. The Academy’s Coding Corner makes accessing the newest coding and reimbursement tools simple and straightforward…
Template Appeal Letters
May 7, 2025To support accurate reimbursement within your practice, the Academy’s Health Policy Advocacy Team has developed a suite of template appeal letters for specific procedures and services performed by otolaryngologists. While the AAO-HNS cannot represent physician members individually on every issue with Medicare…
Private Payer and Medicaid Letters
May 7, 2025In this resource, you will find a comprehensive list of letters sent to private insurers and state Medicaid plans on behalf of the AAO-HNS. By leveraging these letters, we aim to unite our voices, amplify our message, and ensure that otolaryngology remains at…
Payer Advocacy
May 7, 2025Learn about the Academy's payer advocacy efforts, how you can use Academy template appeal letters to help your practice receive payment instead of denials from private payers, state Medicaid plans, and much more. Learn More About Template Appeal Letters The Latest …
Staff Directory
May 7, 2025AAO-HNSF Staff Directory iMIS Specialist [email protected] Analyst, Research and Quality [email protected] 1-703-535-3713 Program Manager, Member Networks & Engagement [email protected] 1-703-535-3734 Senior, AMS – Business Intel [email protected] 1-703-535-3703 Program…
Opening Ceremony
May 6, 2025Prepare to be inspired as the green flag drops in Indianapolis, Indiana for #OTOMTG25! Join us for the spectacular Opening Ceremony that launches our Annual Meeting with energy and distinction. This year, we are honored to feature the prestigious John Conley, MD Lecture on…
Previous Cochrane Scholars
May 5, 20252024 Michael J. Brenner, MD Marisa A. Ryan, MD, MPH Christopher R. Roxbury, MD, MBA 2023 Jonathan Cramer, MD Victoria Lee, MD Matthew Naunheim, MD, MBA 2020-2022 - Program canceled, no grantees 2019 - Program canceled Joshua Levy, MD, MPH Danielle MacNeil, MD, MS Nicholas…
Resident Reviewer Development Program
May 5, 2025As an offering of the AAO-HNSF journals, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and OTO Open, the Resident Reviewer Development Program (RRDP) gives residents who are interested in peer review the opportunity to learn from mentors who are seasoned peer reviewers. By completing reviews…
CME Information
April 30, 2025The deadline to complete your CME Evaluation and claim credit will be Friday, November 14, 2025, 11:59 pm (ET). The AAO-HSNF 2025 Evaluation Portal remains open to view/download your Certificate of Participation and CE Transcript. Accreditation The American Academy of Otolaryngology…
OTO Forum Hotel and Travel
April 29, 2025The AAO-HNS/F 2025 OTO Forum was held April 25 – 26, 2025, at The Westin Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia. About The Westin Alexandria Old Town With a nice blend of modern convenience and boutique sophistication, The Westin Alexandria Old Town is…
AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum
April 29, 2025The Future of Private Practice The AAO-HNS/F 2025 OTO Forum took place April 25 – 26, 2025, at The Westin Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia. This event provided an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and…
Annual Meeting Webcasts
April 29, 2025Added Value Your registration to the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM covers much more than you may realize. Full registrants will receive online access to recorded education sessions through OTO Logic for three years. Watch your favorite session again or explore a new…
Humanitarian Travel Grants
April 29, 2025NOW ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR HUMANITARIAN OUTREACH TRIPS TAKING PLACE July 1 - December 31, 2025 Submit your application by May 15, 2025 Purpose The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) wishes its members to engage in humanitarian efforts. Humanitarians are…
Speaker Resource Center
April 28, 2025Welcome Presenters and Faculty Greetings from the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting Program Committee, and congratulations to you all again for your exceptional submissions to this year’s program! It’s important to note that the entire education program will be delivered in-person. Access…
2025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum
April 26, 2025The 2025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum will be held April 25 – 26, 2025, in Alexandria, Virginia. This event provides an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of private practice physicians caring for otolaryngologic patients. …
Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund Application
April 25, 2025The Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund 2025 Application Cycle is now closed! The 2026 program will open in early 2026. Application Deadline: April 14 Notifications Sent: Late May Application Criteria and Award Requirements: The Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund provides…