1. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy has the highest procedure volume of any bariatric surgery with 23,800 total procedures.
2. Omeprazole was the most prescribed gastroenterology medication in 2021.
3. Gastroesophageal reflux disease was the most diagnosed gastrointestinal condition in 2021.
4. Liver elastography was the gastroenterology procedure with the highest volume in 2021.
5. Gastroenterology has the second-highest telemedicine usage of any adult speciality as of June 2021.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.