CPT for ENT: Billing for Audiology Externs
CPT for ENTsWho qualifies as a student extern? A student extern must be a graduate student currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) program. To qual…
Reimbursement for Services Rendered by Audiology and OTO-Techs
Position StatementThe AAO-HNS supports the use of appropriately trained audiology and otolaryngology technicians in practice when clinically appropriate and accepted under state…
New Survey: 8 in 10 ENTs Warn Proposed Medicare Cut Could Reduce Specialty Care Access
News, Press ReleaseMore than 1,400 otolaryngologists say the policy could mean longer waits, delayed care, and fewer Medicare patients seen
CPT for ENT – Modifier 25
CPT for ENTsWhat is modifier 25, and when should it be used? Modifier 25 (Significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service by the same physician on t…
CPT for ENT – Modifier 59
CPT for ENTsWhat is modifier 59? Modifier 59 (Distinct Procedural Service) indicates that two procedures or services performed on the same day were distinct and should not…
CPT for ENT: Frequently Used Modifiers in Otolaryngology
CPT for ENTsA Practical Q&A Guide for Otolaryngologists and Practice Staff
Position Statement: Nasal Valve Repair
Position StatementThe American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery recognizes surgical repair of the nasal valve as a distinct surgical procedure that can improve na…
Harry Barnes Endowment Travel Grant
Grant, Diversity Equity and InclusionApplications for the Harry Barnes Endowment Travel Grant for the 2026 Annual Meeting are now open! Apply by July 29, 2026.
Young Physician Travel Grant Applications
Grant, NewsApplications for the Young Physician Travel Grant are now open! Apply by July 29, 2026.
WIO Section Committees
WIO's work is carried out through five standing committees. Each committee welcomes members who want to contribute their time, expertise, and perspective to ad…
WIO Leadership
2025- 2026 WIO Governing Council Chair: Megan L. Durr, MD Chair-Elect: Ilaaf Darrat, MD, MBA Immediate Past Chair: Valerie A. Flanary, MD Financial Officer…
2026 State Legislative Scorecard
During the 2026 legislative session, AAO-HNS engaged in 22 states to protect physician-led care and advance key patient care priorities. The Academy helped def…
New Button Battery Technology Shows Promise, but Swallowing Remains an Emergency
News, Press ReleaseFirst-of-its-kind study finds protective battery technology can substantially reduce injury when ingested by children
Common Dizziness Drug Class Shows Promise for Treating Vestibular Migraine
News, Press ReleaseNew research finds oral and nasal CGRP-blocking medications helped more than three-quarters of patients manage their most disabling symptoms
Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness
Position StatementPatients with asymmetric or unilateral sensory hearing loss struggle with speech perception in noise and sound source localization due to loss of binaural cues…
Position Statement: Genetic Testing for Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Position StatementThe American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery considers genetic testing to be indicated and medically necessary for the evaluation and managemen…
Position Statement: Vaccination for Prevention of HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancer and Recurrent Respiratory Papilloma
Position StatementIn 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a 9-valent human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine for the prevention of oropharyngeal and other head and n…
Position Statement: PNN Ablation for the Treatment of Chronic Rhinitis
Position StatementChronic rhinitis is a common condition that affects approximately 60 million Americans and presents with symptoms that include nasal congestion, rhinorrhea/pos…
