Gastroenterology
Initial or new patient visit - Gastroenterology
includes...... but laboratory tests and pathology billed separately by respective centersLOG IN to see prices
follow up visit or established patient
to review progress +/- outside testsLOG IN to see prices
anoscopy
A small tube is inserted into the anus to inspect the lining. There maybe some slight discomfort.LOG IN to see prices
flexible sigmoidoscopy
A small flexible telescope is inserted into the anus to examine the rectum and lower large (sigmoid) colon.LOG IN to see prices
G-tube replacement
A G-tube or gastrostomy tube is a tube that gives direct access to the stomach. It may need to be replaced after several months.LOG IN to see prices
H. pylori breath test or urea breath test
The H. pylori or urea breath test can identify infections caused by Helicobaster pylori which is implcated in gastritis and peptic ulcers and usually treated with 2 anitbiotics.LOG IN to see prices
Hemorrhoid banding
Hemorrhoid banding is a procedure where swollen hemorrhoids are banded with a tight rubber band to cut off its blood supply and have it scar away.LOG IN to see prices
Hydrogen breath test
The hydrogen breath test is a diagnostic tool for determining bacterial overgrowth and carbohydrate malabsortion problems.LOG IN to see prices
PillCam small bowel endoscopy
A PillCam is a small capsule containing a miniature video camera (about the size of a vitamin pill) that takes pictures of your small bowel as it passes through. The test takes several hours to complete and the images are sent to a data recorder secured to your belt.LOG IN to see prices
abdominal ultrasound
Ultrasound waves are used to visualize the internal organs.LOG IN to see prices