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AMA Survey on Medicare Elimination of Consultation Codes.
In April 2010, ASGE, ACG and AGA participated in the American Medical Association (AMA) survey on Medicare’s elimination of consultation codes. Click here to review the consolidated GI topline survey results.
E/M Services and Drug Infusion Codes
Recently, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), and American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) have become aware of several insurance companies that have denied payment for Evaluation and Management (E/M) services when provided on the same day as drug infusion services. Read the entire guidance document for more information.
Gutrunners™ and ASGE Partner to Secure Runners for the Marine Corps Marathon
Run the 2010 Marine Corps Marathon on October 31, 2010, in Washington, D.C. and help ASGE raise awareness about digestive diseases. ASGE and the Gutrunners Foundation are looking for a few good men and women to join us and do something great for yourselves, your patients and ASGE. A limited number of race entries are still available! Get more information and register today…
Register Early and Save! Basic Capsule Endoscopy Course
Join us in Oak Brook, IL for the popular Basic Capsule Endoscopy Course, September 10-11 for hands-on training in the use of capsule endoscopy. Participants will gain experience in making diagnoses, reading and writing results, as well as hands-on interpretations with expert assistance in reading real cases. Register before August 6 and save $100!
May/June ASGE News: New, easy-to-read format!
The current issue features faster navigation and no long wait for downloading. Click and see for yourself! It’s accessible on your PC or Mac and portable on your iPhone, BlackBerry and other smart phones. Articles include: Ask the expert: Endoscopic management of foreign bodies, by Dr. Gregory Ginsberg; selecting an electronic medical record system and a profile on ASGE’s 67th President, Dr. Brian Fennerty. The popular ASGE-member magazine is available in digital format only. Read more . . .
EndoFest 2010 - Early Bird Registration Extended to August 1st
The early bird registration discount for EndoFest 2010 has just been extended to August 1! Space is filling up quickly for this highly-anticipated, educational event held October 1-3 in Aventura, FL. EndoFest will feature two full days of multiple sessions highlight the latest research, skills and technologies in endoscopy! With both didactic and hands-on sessions covering “everything endoscopy,” gastroenterologists can experience all of their endoscopy training in one location. Visit the EndoFest web site to learn more and register today!
Two new ASGE Guidelines published
The June issue of GIE: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy features two new ASGE guidelines: "Ethnic Issues in Endoscopy," and "Updated Guidelines for Live Endoscopy Demonstrations."
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