Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

3 AI-driven polyp detection devices changing colonoscopies

Artificial intelligence has been shown in a recent study to be advantageous in increasing polyp detection.

5 physicians on the cutting edge of gastroenterology

Here are five of the many physicians on the cutting edge of gastroenterology: 

Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology partners with AI endoscopy startup

The Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology signed a joint research agreement with Tokyo-based medtech start-up AI Medical Service, which is focused on the development of diagnostic endoscopic artificial intelligence. 

Where UnitedHealthcare stands in GI today: 3 notes

Here are three updates on UnitedHealthcare’s standing in the gastroenterology industry that Becker’s has reported on since Sept. 22:

What will the gastroenterology industry look like in 10 years?

From robot nurses to a change in how patients are cared for, the gastroenterology industry could look vastly different in 10 years. 

Blue Cross Blue Shield expands virtual GI care

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has added Oshi Health and Virta Health to its network to grow virtual care options for patients dealing with gastrointestinal conditions and diabetes. 

UnitedHealthcare offers 'no response' to industry group on prior authorization

On Aug. 1, the American Gastroenterological Association penned a letter to UnitedHealthcare calling on the insurer to withdraw its advanced notification program for gastrointestinal care. UHC since has offered “no details, no information and no respons…

The 63 best hospitals for gastroenterology in 2023, per patients and providers

WebMD and Medscape have partnered to name the 63 best hospitals for gastroenterological  care in 2023 based on survey data from thousands of patients and providers. 

What the next generation of gastroenterologists should know

Three gastroenterologists recently connected with Becker’s to share what new physicians should know.

Gastroenterology Associates, Oshi to offer virtual GI care in New Jersey

Woodland Park-based Gastroenterology Associates of New Jersey and virtual care provider Oshi Health have partnered to offer hybrid care options.