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GI & Endoscopy

Dr. Geogy Vennikandam COO of Chicago-based GI Partners of Illinois, joined Becker's to discuss five of the ASC growth opportunities for GI groups he focuses on. 

The WVU Medicine Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery clinic has opened at the Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, W.Va.,  The Journal reported Jan. 30. 

Colonoscopy reimbursements, along with other GI procedures, are declining, placing financial strain on physicians and limiting access for patients. 

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Riverview Health announced plans to build an endoscopy center located in its Westfield (N.J.) Hospital, the Hamilton County Reporter reported Jan. 27. 

Several gastroenterology leaders joined Becker's to discuss the biggest opportunities for ASC growth in the next five years.  

Here are three lawsuits Becker's has covered involving gastrointestinal physicians or procedures since Jan. 1:

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