Today's Top 20 Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Stories
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Florida Digestive Health Specialists to debut precancer detection test
Florida Digestive Health Specialists has partnered to co-host the launch of Lucid Diagnostics' first esophageal precancer detection mobile test, the EsoGuard #CheckYourFoodTube Mobile Test Unit. -
UnitedHealthcare's 'ulterior motive' to new advanced notification process
On May 31, UnitedHealthcare reversed the proposed June 1 implementation of a controversial prior authorization process that would require gastroenterologists to submit requests for certain endoscopy procedures. -
GI Alliance partners with 5-physician practice in Washington
GI Alliance has partnered with Digestive Health Consultants in Silverdale, Wash. -
'We should not participate in gathering data for UnitedHealthcare': Why 1 gastroenterologist opposes UHC's new GI advanced notification plan
In March, insurer UnitedHealthcare announced changes to prior authorization for certain GI procedures. The night before changes were to take effect on June 1, UHC reversed the plan, opting instead for an advanced notification alternative. -
UnitedHealthcare pulls back on controversial GI prior authorization changes in 11th hour
In March, insurer UnitedHealthcare announced changes to its prior authorization rules for certain GI procedures that were set to go into effect June 1. The night before changes were supposed to take effect, UHC reversed its plans, opting instead for a "gold card" program. -
Fee-for-service model still has grip on gastroenterology
Sixty-one percent of gastroenterologists participate in a fee-for-service payment model, according to Medscape's "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report" for 2023. -
ASGE recognizes Evangelical Community Hospital ASC for endoscopy quality, safety
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy has awarded a three-year quality and safety recognition to Evangelical Community Hospital's ASC in Lewisburg, Pa., according to a May 30 report from The Daily Item. -
Are gastroenterologists dropping insurers?
Most gastroenterologists do not intend to drop lower-paying insurers, according to Medscape's "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report" for 2023. -
4 endoscopy centers in the news
Here are four updates on endoscopy centers that Becker's has reported on since May 2: -
GI societies, UnitedHealthcare meet to discuss controversial prior authorization changes
UnitedHealthcare is expected to change its prior authorization requirements for gastroenterology care June 1. -
26 gastroenterology updates in May
Here are 26 gastroenterology updates Becker's reported on in May: -
Gastroenterologists among top five earners in medicine
Gastroenterologists are among the top five highest earning specialties, according to the 2023 Medscape "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report," published May 24. -
Top 10 least expensive hospitals to get a colonoscopy
Geneva, Ala.-based Wiregrass Medical Center is the least expensive hospital to receive a colonoscopy, according to information from data analytics company Hospital Pricing Specialists. -
Top 10 most expensive hospitals to get a colonoscopy
Cleveland, Texas-based Texas Emergency Hospital is the most expensive hospital to receive a colonoscopy, according to information from data analytics company Hospital Pricing Specialists. -
Are gastroenterologists dropping Medicare, Medicaid patients?
Twenty percent of gastroenterologists have not yet decided if they will drop Medicare and Medicaid patients, according to Medscape's "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report" for 2023. -
How many hours a week do gastroenterologists spend with patients?
Fifty-two percent of gastroenterologists see patients for 30 to 40 hours a week, according to Medscape's "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report" for 2023. -
Gastroenterologists' biggest competition in 2023
About 20 percent of gastroenterologists have had their income impacted by nonphysician practitioners this year, according to Medscape's 2023 "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report," published on May 24. -
Borland Groover breaks ground on Florida endoscopy center, ASC
Jacksonville, Fla.-based gastroenterology provider Borland Groover has broken ground on a new endoscopy center and ASC in St. Johns County, Fla. -
Florida Medical Clinic to add gastroenterology practice
Tampa-based Florida Medical Clinic is going to add a gastroenterology practice at its Wesley Chapel, Fla.-based Epperson/Watergrass campus in July. -
ChatGPT fails American College of Gastroenterology pre-board assessment
Artificial intelligence bot ChatGPT made headlines earlier this year when it passed the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam; however, when given the American College of Gastroenterology's pre-board assessment, it failed to make the grade.
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