Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Model and television personality Chrissy Teigen documented her first colonoscopy via Instagram to encourage others to undergo the procedure, Today reported July 19. 

Some gastroenterology leaders say consolidation is the only way for many practices to survive as operating costs soar and margins tighten.

Florida is home to nine of the best hospitals for gastrointestinal care, according to Healthgrades.

East Bay Endoscopy Surgery Center and East Bay Center for Digestive Health have arranged to extend their leases at a medical office building in Oakland, Calif., according to a July 18 report from REBusiness Online.

Texas is home to seven of the best hospitals for gastrointestinal care, according to Healthgrades.

CMS suggested a 3.34 percent conversion factor decrease in its proposed Medicare physician fee schedule for 2024. Two gastroenterologists connected with Becker’s to discuss their thoughts on the proposal. 

California is home to 10 of the best hospitals for gastrointestinal care, according to Healthgrades.

A Bethany, Okla., resident is suing Oklahoma City-based Integris Health, alleging that the system allowed third parties to take personal patient healthcare information for advertising purposes, according to a July 14 report from The Oklahoman.

U.S. Digestive Health CEO Jerry Tillinger joined Becker’s to discuss the obstacles of gastroenterology procedure migration to the outpatient setting. 

Columbus (Neb.) General Surgery has added the first gastroenterologist in the Columbus community, Tyler McVay, MD, according to a July 14 report from The Columbus Telegram.