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Featured UPDATE: AAO-HNS Statement on Bell’s Palsy Related to Approved COVID-19 Vaccines AAO-HNS issues statement on incidence of Bell’s palsy related to FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines. These rare events should not dissuade healthcare personnel or patients from receiving…

MPFS Final Rule – MPFS Final Rule CMS Fact Sheet - Calendar Year (CY) 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule | CMS Conversion Factor – The final rule sets the PFS conversion factor at $32.35, a decrease of $0.94 (2.83%) from the CY 2024…

Button batteries cause life-threatening injuries when lodged in the body putting children at risk.   ALEXANDRIA, Virginia —The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) along with a growing number of endorsing medical societies and organizations have called on battery manufacturers to…

On October 22, 2024, the Academy submitted a letter to Point 32 regarding non-payment of CPT code 31237 following Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) when performed at the same time as Septoplasty. This has been ongoing since Spring 2023 and in July 2024 the…

Your application as a 2025 Reviewer has been received. We will inform you about your application status once decisions have been made.   Thank you! CORE Grants …

State Legislative Tracker is a volunteer role designed to support AAO-HNS advocacy efforts at the state level. State Legislative Trackers take an active part in monitoring and analyzing pending state legislation that will affect the medical profession and otolaryngology specialty. We ask that…

Minka l. Schofield, MD, and Stacey L. Ishman, MD, MPH, discuss high-yield areas of focus for physicians seeking advancement. …

A panel of otolaryngologists, along with their partners and Clinical and Health Psychologist Rebecca Fallon, MS, MHWC, discuss the unique challenges facing contemporary medical marriages. …

Ready to sign up for Reg-ent now or thinking about doing soon? Here is what you need to know about registry participation and the registration process before you sign up: Registry Participation Requirements Participation in the Reg-ent registry is open to active…

A clinical data registry is an organized system that collects uniform data (clinical and patient-reported) to evaluate specified outcomes for a population based on performance measures developed from Clinical Practice Guidelines.  With the increasing usage of electronic health record (EHR) systems, registries have…

The following explains the participation fees associated with the Reg-ent registry. Application Fees: The Participant will be charged a one-time application fee of $250 for each provider (each physician and non-physician provider). Application fees will be collected annually. Subscription Fees: Yearly…

As of July 31, 2024, healthcare providers are now subject to civil monetary penalties should they engage in a practice known as “information blocking.” The Academy originally reported on these regulations when they were first announced. This article provides a more in-depth analysis of…

Make the Most Out of Your Extraordinary Experience The AAO-HNSF 2024 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO will offer opportunities for women in otolaryngology to attend groundbreaking education sessions and engage with leaders in the specialty. Explore the resources below and check back often for…

Experience the Extraordinary in Miami Beach at #OTOMTG24 Miami is known as “Magic City,” and for good reason. Home to the AAO-HNSF 2024 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO℠, from September 28 to October 1, Miami is famous for its art, culture, diversity, and so…

When you attend the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, you have the opportunity to stay up to date with groundbreaking research and best practices, participate in dynamic networking events, and discover the latest advancements in the exhibit hall. …

Discover unparalleled opportunities and connect with employers from across the nation. The AAO-HNS Career Fair is specially curated for early-career physicians, residents, fellows, and seasoned professionals seeking new horizons! Whether you're taking your initial steps or eyeing a transition, this event is…

For Immediate Release Contact [email protected] October 2, 2024, Alexandria, Virginia— Troy D. Woodard, MD, became the new President of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and its Foundation (AAO-HNS/F) on October 1. He was elected by members of…