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How do I join a committee? The online committee application process opens on November 1 and close on December 31 each year. During this time, please visit our website to access the online form. Who can join a committee? All applicants must be members…

On January 17, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule. The rule includes important reforms to prior authorization to cut patient care delays and electronically streamline the process for physicians. This rule was initially proposed in December…

The CY 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule implemented a 3.4% cut to physician reimbursement. This cut went into effect on January 1, 2024. While there is still an opportunity for Congress to pass legislation to mitigate this cut, nothing has materialized at this point…

Our Position The Academy believes that a physician-led healthcare team is the best approach for providing high-quality care to patients. As such, the Academy is strongly opposed to the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act (S. 2377/H.R. 6445), which would inappropriately…

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program "To break the cycle of inequity impacting promotion, advancement, pay, tenure, awards, and recognition, we must define the issues and obstacles and then act to break down barriers for the good of all. In so doing, the future success…

Honorary Awards The Academy is composed of extraordinary members who go above and beyond supporting the specialty. You’re encouraged to honor these individuals and their contributions to otolaryngology-head and neck surgery by nominating them for a prestigious award. The nomination process is…

Since 2009, thanks to the support of generous AAO-HNS Foundation Donors, the International Visiting Scholarships (IVS) program has benefited more than 80 young physicians worldwide, many from lower-income countries.  The IVS program provides junior academics from outside the United States with financial…

The AAO-HNS/F Board of Directors is seeking applicants for the Coordinator, Annual Meeting Program Committee (AMPC) for the 2024-2028 term The role of the Coordinator, AMPC is to lead the development and oversight of the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM…

The Honorary Guest Lectureships are a time-honored tradition at the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM. John Conley, MD Lecture on Medical Ethics Eugene N. Myers, MD International Lecture on Head and Neck Cancer H. Bryan Neel III, MD, PHD Distinguished Research Lecture…

About the Honor and Distinguished Service Awards Honor Awards and Distinguished Service Awards are part of the Academy's system for recognizing meritorious service. Members receive honor points for participation in a variety of activities and leadership roles. Non-members can receive honor points…

Sections Members of the AAO-HNS have an array of opportunities to impact the specialty by getting involved with the Academy’s initiatives. These opportunities are not only member benefits, but they also provide a valuable service to the specialty and allow you to…