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Turning Up Our Voice in Washington
Politics may not be why you became a surgeon, but it shapes every aspect of your practice. Here's why we need to strengthen our voice in Washington and how every U.S.-based member plays a role.
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The Evolution of Neurotology Fellowship Training to Match Clinical Demands
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2025 New Lifetime and 30-Year Members
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Stay Informed: Advocacy Updates from the AAO-HNS
Keep ahead of critical health policy and legislative updates on the topics that affect your practice and your patients’ access to care.
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The Business Case for Sustainability
Four things otolaryngologists can do right now to reduce costs and environmental impact in your practice.
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The AAO-HNS 2025 Compensation Survey Needs You
Take 5 minutes to share your input and help provide up-to-date salary benchmarks for the specialty.
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Our Role in the AMA House of Delegates
The Academy plays a crucial role in advocating for our patients’ safety and the future of our specialty as a voting delegate in the American Medical Association’s legislative and policymaking body.
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Incorporating Allergy into the Busy Otolaryngology Practice
With an array of options for allergy testing and treatment, allergy services can be gradually incorporated into what you already offer your patients.
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Behind the Curtain: Why Those RUC Surveys in Your Inbox Really Matter
Your participation in RUC surveys directly impacts Medicare reimbursement rates across all medical specialties.
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Two Days to Advance Private Practice Otolaryngology
Hear from session moderators and private practice leaders about why they are participating in the OTO Forum on April 25–26.
Business of Medicine/Practice Management
Why I Chose Private Practice
A long-time member shares reasons she went into private practice and why it has been the right choice for her.
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Navigating Partner Disability in Private Practice
A plan for maintaining stability and sustainability in a common scenario in which a partner is unable to work for an extended period of time due to illness or injury.
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Perspective: Advocacy Is Not an Option
Otolaryngology Private Practice Section Chair presents the case for why individual physicians must get involved in advocacy efforts and how to take the first steps.
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Top Academy Advocacy Resolutions for 2025
Resolve to get involved and raise your voice with the Academy.
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The State of the Workforce: Pediatric Otolaryngology
Gain valuable insights from the recent Otolaryngology Workforce Report, including evolving trends, access disparities, and strategies to address future challenges.
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A Novel, AI-Based Method of Mitigating Prior Authorization Denials
Using ethical AI to create a model that can help surgeons mitigate prior authorization denials, increase first-pass approvals, and decrease peer-to-peer events, to benefit surgeons, staff, and their patients.
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OTO FORUM: A Landmark Event for Private Practice Otolaryngology
OTO FORUM exemplifies our commitment to empowering private practitioners, equipping them with the tools and insights they need to thrive in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
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Managing and Responding to Unfavorable Insurance Coverage Decisions
What to expect when you reach out to payers, and some tactics you can use to act on payment denials.
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The No Surprises Act: A Timeline of Frustration
Negotiations have been complex and laden with disagreements since the No Surprises Act was signed into law in December 2020.
