Impact Report — Vol. 4, Issue 3
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At the Academy, our number one priority is to support our members. To do that, we are consistently evaluating our initiatives and programs to ensure you are getting the most from your membership. See how we support you through advocacy, read about our success in positioning your expertise with the public, and learn more about the important benefits your membership offers you.
Advocating for you
We advocate on Capitol Hill and with private payers to protect your patients and your practice.
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Senate introduces bill addressing payment cuts.
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They reiterated the importance of Medicare payment reform.
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Payer rescinds its modifier 25 payment reduction policy.
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Over 200 attend the AADA Legislative Conference.
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Urges PBMs and payers to improve access to care.
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Nearly 10,000 people participated in the celebration.
Positioning the specialty
In the news and out in the world, we continue to position you as the experts, and the public is listening.
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Thousands of placements reach millions of readers.
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Social media content generates 11.8 million engagements.
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Webpages generate nearly 200,000 public views.
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AAD magazine puts information directly into patients’ hands.
Member benefits
We know how important member benefits are to you — here’s a taste of what the Academy has to offer.
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Peruse the Academy’s all new coding resources.
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Check out the latest AAD educational offerings.
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AAD also developed a registry for emerging dermatophytes.
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Earns Grand Award in publishing for outstanding content.
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JAAD retains its position as the #1 most impactful journal.
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Event featured a talk by famed swimmer Diana Nyad.