GI & Endoscopy

The American Gastroenterological Association has issued a statement regarding UnitedHealthcare's new gold card prior authorization program, which is set to take effect Oct. 1. 

Here are five gastroenterology groups dominating the industry:

In the last eight months, the field of gastroenterology has seen significant and sizable healthcare developments, spanning clinical developments, technological progress, policy changes and leadership appointments.

Gastroenterology of the Rockies is opening a new GI clinic and endoscopy center in Denver, Colo.

A Little Rock, Ark.-based physician faces 30 years of misconduct allegations, from sexual abuse to fraud, the Arkansas Advocate reported Aug. 7. 

Two new studies suggest that free colonoscopies –– covered under CMS provisions set in 2023 –– not only save lives, but also money for both Medicare and private payers. 

Here are the average annual salaries for gastroenterologists across major U.S. regions, according to AMN Healthcare's 2024 "Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives." 

Dover, Del.-based Bayhealth has earned initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for its new adult fellowship program.

The average for sign-on bonuses for gastroenterologists were the highest among the top five most requested specialties and advanced practice providers, according to AMN Healthcare's 2024 "Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives."

Weirton (W.Va.) Medical Center has opened a new 6,000-square-foot gastroenterology facility, according to an Aug. 5 report from NBC affiliate WTOV.