Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

American Gastroenterological Association slams UnitedHealthcare gold card program

The American Gastroenterological Association has issued a statement regarding UnitedHealthcare’s new gold card prior authorization program, which is set to take effect Oct. 1. 

The GI supergroups dominating the industry

Here are five gastroenterology groups dominating the industry:

A flurry of moves revolutionizing gastroenterology in 2024

In the last eight months, the field of gastroenterology has been the source of massive healthcare developments, in aspects spanning from clinical developments to leadership appointments.

Gastroenterology of the Rockies opens new clinic

Gastroenterology of the Rockies is opening a new GI clinic and endoscopy center in Denver, Colo.

Gastroenterologist has 30 years of misconduct, abuse complaints: Report

A Little Rock, Ark.-based physician faces 30 years of misconduct allegations, from sexual abuse to fraud, the Arkansas Advocate reported Aug. 7. 

Free colonoscopies save CMS, private payers money: Study

Two new studies suggest that free colonoscopies –– covered under CMS provisions set in 2023 –– not only save lives, but also money for both Medicare and private payers. 

US GI pay by region

Here are the average annual salaries for gastroenterologists across major U.S. regions, according to AMN Healthcare’s 2024 “Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives.” 

Bayhealth to launch Delaware's 1st adult GI fellowship program

Dover, Del.-based Bayhealth has earned initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for its new adult fellowship program.

GI sign-on bonuses average $46K: Review

The average for sign-on bonuses for gastroenterologists were the highest among the top five most requested specialties and advanced practice providers, according to AMN Healthcare’s 2024 “Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incenti…

West Virginia hospital opens 6K-square-foot GI facility

Weirton (W.Va.) Medical Center has opened a new 6,000-square-foot gastroenterology facility, according to an Aug. 5 report from NBC affiliate WTOV.