Published: December 8, 2017

Impact of federal tax reform effort

On Capitol Hill, Members of Congress are negotiating comprehensive tax reform legislation that may significantly impact AAO-HNS members and their practices.

On Capitol Hill, Members of Congress are negotiating comprehensive tax reform legislation that may significantly impact AAO-HNS members and their practices. Notwithstanding the proposal’s effect on individual tax rates and itemized deductions, the legislation may modify tax rules relating to small business income (particularly pass-through entities), as well as the deductibility of student loan interest.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed its $5.5 trillion reform proposal on November 16 by a mostly partisan vote of 227-205. The U.S. Senate passed its comprehensive package, which includes a provision to repeal the Affordable Care Act’s personal mandate, on December 2. Unless one chamber elects to pass the other chamber’s bill, a House/Senate conference committee is necessary to reconcile differences between the two proposals.

The AAO-HNS, along with others in the physician community, are communicating with key leaders in the House and Senate to ensure lawmakers are aware of our concerns and acting to appropriately address the ill-advised provisions prior to final passage.

More from December 2017/January 2018 – Vol. 36, No. 11
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Promoting Diversity
Under the leadership of President Gavin Setzen, MD, the Executive Committee approved a commitment to promote diversity at the Annual Meeting in Atlanta, GA, by encouraging submissions that endorse inclusion of minorities and women in sessions and topics relevant to diversity, and that contribute to cultural competence for all members.
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Answering the call for science with Mark K. Wax, MD
After the unveiling of new aspects to the AAO-HSNF 2018 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience, Mark K. Wax, MD, Annual Meeting program coordinator, shared the vision of providing cutting-edge, state-of-the-art education opportunities that fully represent the diversity that makes up the international field of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery.
Barbara S. Grandison, MD, Caribbean Association of Otolaryngology
Inaugural IAB General Assembly
The inaugural meeting of the International Advisory Board (IAB) General Assembly took place at the AAO-HNSF 2017 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience in Chicago, IL, with participation from 32 International Corresponding Societies (ICS) and representatives from 50 countries.
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Joint statement on professional self-regulation and continuous certification
The American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology are strongly committed to the promotion of professionalism and safe, high-quality care through professional self-regulation.
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The future of the ENT office
The AAO-HNSF 2017 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience premiered the Practice of the Future Pavilion, a venue designed to highlight new technologies, equipment, and services that could be found in four rooms of an otolaryngologist’s office or hospital.
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Academy collaborates with Anthem to update balloon medical policy
On November 9, 2017, Anthem released an updated balloon sinus ostial dilation (BSOD) medical policy, defining BSOD as medically necessary (rather than investigational) for treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) and recurrent acute rhinosinusitis (RARS) when standard criteria are met.
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Resident Profile: Nathan C. Grohmann, MD
The journey of every otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeon is unique, often grounded in inspired dedication for the life-altering effects the specialty can have on patients and their lives.
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2018 health policy scholarship open
The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) offer an annual scholarship to subsidize attendance and participation in the Executive Leadership Program in Health Policy and Management at Brandeis University.
In Memoriam
In memoriam
We recognize the passing of the following members in 2017 (as of November 18).
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Leadership Forum & BOG Spring Meeting
Make plans to attend the AAO-HNS/F 2018 Leadership Forum & BOG Spring Meeting, March 9-12, 2018, in Alexandria, VA. #BOGMTG18
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Board of Governors: I will not take these things for granted 2018
Devastating hurricanes, mass shootings, rampant wildfires. Such tragedies naturally cause one to take pause and reassess priorities.
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Looking ahead
Around the world, 2017 has been a volatile year politically and socially, particularly in the United States. The anticipated systemic change to the healthcare delivery system never materialized, and both patients and their physicians continue to live in a largely unpredictable ecosphere as they try to provide and receive the care they need.
Gavin Setzen, MD, AAO-HNS/F Past President
Building on success
Every year, I look forward to this issue of the Bulletin for the annual report. This comprehensive review of the current state of our American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and Foundation identifies meaningful accomplishments resulting from the dedication and commitment of our membership and staff.
Committees
2016-2017 committee highlights
Committees are the lifeblood of the AAO-HNS/F and a great way for members to contribute meaningfully to the organization and the specialty.