Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

5 power players in gastroenterology

Here are five gastroenterologists to know:

Top physician practices for gastroenterology: Castle Connolly

Connecticut GI in Rocky Hill, Conn., is the top physician practice for gastroenterology, according to a ranking by Castle Connolly.

Top hospitals, health systems for gastroenterology: Castle Connolly

Yale New Haven (Conn.) Hospital and New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Northwell Health are the top hospital and health system, respectively, for gastroenterology, according to a ranking by Castle Connolly.

Colonoscopy costs at ASCs vs. HOPDs in each state

The average cost of a colonoscopy at a hospital outpatient department is $1,608, compared to $1,136 at an ASC, according to data from insurance company Sidecar Health’s cost calculator.

The future of colonoscopy

Screening for colorectal cancer is getting much more refined. Here’s how:

New York gastroenterologist now faces 60 sex crime charges

Another patient has accused New York City gastroenterologist Zhi Alan Cheng, MD, of sexual abuse, NBC affiliate WNBC reported March 14.

3 GI tech companies making waves

Here are three GI tech companies making waves in the field to know:

How colonoscopy costs have changed: ASCs vs. HOPDs

The average cost to undergo a colonoscopy in the U.S. in 2024 is $1,608, according to data from Sidecar Health — but how does that change depending on where the procedure is done?

How the payer tug of war is changing the GI workforce

Gastroenterologists continue to play tug of war with payers over reimbursement rates.

AGA warns that blood tests should not replace colonoscopies

A new colorectal cancer blood test shows promise, but the American Gastroenterological Association says it’s not a substitute for colonoscopy.