• ASGE Answers Your Coding Questions

    One of our hospital's face sheets shows that a patient was admitted and discharged under place of service (POS) code 23 – Emergency Room – Hospital (ER), but they were in the hospital for 3+ days.

  • Documenting Anticoagulation Recommendations Postprocedure

    To monitor the physician's procedure report and the patient's discharge report for documentation that patients taking an anticoagulant (i.e., Coumadin, Xarelto, Eliquis, Plavix) before the procedure are instructed on when to resume it after the procedure.

  • Case 19: Esophagus

    A 45-year-old male presents with a complaint of “heartburn.” He has experienced symptoms of substernal burning three to five times per week over the last 18 months.

  • Shaping the Future of Gastroenterology: Empowering Female Leaders

    The field of gastroenterology, like many other medical specialties, is undergoing a gradual but significant transformation. However, one area that remains a challenge is the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles.

  • Diversifying GI Practice Revenue

    In the ever-evolving landscape of health care, the need for diversifying income streams in gastroenterology practices has never been clearer.

  • Can’t-Miss Events at DDW 2024

    At DDW, the ASGE events are essential, featuring groundbreaking endoscopic techniques, informative sessions led by gastroenterology experts, and cutting-edge research presentations that are pivotal for any professional in the field.

  • Perspectives: Academic vs. Private Practice

    Choosing between private practice and academic medicine after gastroenterology fellowship depends on many factors including career goals, interests, and priorities.

  • Tips on Learning Obesity Management During GI Fellowship in 2024

    Whether you are a GI fellow interested in weight loss treatments and perhaps incorporating them into your practice one day, encountering and caring for obese patients is a significant part of today's gastroenterology care.

  • Improving the Show Rate and Quality of Bowel Preparation Via One-Way Text Messaging

    No-shows and inadequate bowel preparations (prep) lead to a significant waste of resources in endoscopy centers. While printed prep instructions and preprocedural nursing phone calls are often used to prevent this, they are not always successful.

  • ASGE Answers Your Coding Questions

    A colonoscopy was performed on a patient through a stoma, and a sigmoidoscopy was performed on the same patient on the same day. Can I bill both codes together?

  • Case 18: Pancreas

    A 57-year-old male presents to the clinic with complaints of abdominal pain in the epigastric region radiating to the back. Pain worsens postprandially, usually after a heavy meal. Episodes have occurred on and off the last six months.

  • ASGE 㽶Ƶֱ Cancer Screening Project Update

    ASGE is making great progress on its 㽶Ƶֱ Cancer Screening Project, an effort designed to increase the follow-up colonoscopy rate for uninsured and underinsured people who have an abnormal stool-based colorectal cancer (CRC) screening test.

  • Embracing Equity: Fostering Diversity in Gastroenterology and Hepatology

    As we observe National Minority Health Month, it is crucial to reflect on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within the GI field.

  • Improving the Show Rate and Quality of Bowel Preparation Via One-Way Text Messaging

    No-shows and inadequate bowel preparations (prep) lead to a significant waste of resources in endoscopy centers. While printed prep instructions and preprocedural nursing phone calls are often used to prevent this, they are not always successful.

  • 2024 Endoscopic Training Award Recipients

    The 2024 ASGE Endoscopic Training Award honorees have been recognized for their exceptional achievements.