Boost revenue by adding allergy services done by leased employees

Why This Topic Matters

The topic is relevant to practices considering new ancillary revenue streams and to those evaluating the coding, payer, supervision, and risk implications of outsourced allergy services. It also helps readers understand when such services may fit a primary care setting and when specialty referral remains important.

Article Sections

1. New revenue

   Introduces the practice model of adding allergy-related services through an outside vendor and describes the general revenue opportunity for small practices.

2. The fine print

   Covers vendor-provided technicians, office-based service delivery, billing under physician supervision, and the broader context of allergy care in primary care settings.

3. How much you’d earn

   Discusses the operational setup needed for the service, including equipment, staffing volume, and general payment structure.

4. Allergists warn about avoiding referrals

   Summarizes specialty concerns about patient selection and the role of allergists in managing more complex allergy cases.

5. Compliance considerations

   Addresses malpractice, liability, and contracting considerations associated with technician-performed services and office-based allergy operations.