The Digestive Health

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Understanding Colonoscopies

What You Need to Know

Colonoscopies are a critical tool in promoting and safeguarding digestive health. This minimally invasive procedure allows your physician to visualize the entire inner lining of your colon and rectum, providing invaluable insights into potential abnormalities and facilitating early detection of colorectal cancer.

Two older adults in athletic wear are jogging outdoors, surrounded by trees, both appearing engaged and smiling—celebrating good health after a recent colonoscopy.

Screening Goes

Beyond Cancer Detection

While getting screened is instrumental in the early detection of colorectal cancer, they also shed light on a spectrum of other gastrointestinal conditions.

Common Diseases & Conditions

A woman in a light blue shirt holds her chest with a pained expression, eyes closed, standing against a plain background—possibly experiencing discomfort before her colonoscopy.

Gastroesophageal Reflux
Disease (GERD)

A woman holding her stomach in discomfort sits on an exam table while a doctor discusses the possibility of a colonoscopy during a medical consultation in a clinic.

Irritable Bowel
Syndrome (IBS)

A person sitting on a couch holds their stomach with a pained expression, possibly experiencing abdominal discomfort or pain after a colonoscopy.

Inflammatory Bowel
Disease (IBD)

Older man sitting on a couch, holding his stomach with both hands and appearing to be in pain or discomfort, possibly awaiting or recovering from a colonoscopy.

Peptic
Ulcers

Person holding wheat stalks with one hand while the other rests on their stomach, perhaps feeling relief after a recent colonoscopy, wearing a pink blouse and blue jeans.

Celiac
Disease

A healthcare professional wearing gloves examines the jaw and neck area of a seated man in a medical office, discussing upcoming procedures such as a colonoscopy.

Eosinophilic
Esophagitis (EoE)

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the uninsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the underinsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

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Resource Center

Two older adults in athletic wear are jogging outdoors, surrounded by trees, both appearing engaged and smiling—celebrating good health after a recent colonoscopy.

What You
Need to Know

Understanding Colonoscopies

Colonoscopies are a critical tool in promoting and safeguarding digestive health. This minimally invasive procedure allows your physician to visualize the entire inner lining of your colon and rectum, providing invaluable insights into potential abnormalities and facilitating early detection of colorectal cancer.

Screening Goes

Beyond Cancer Detection

While getting screened is instrumental in the early detection of colorectal cancer, they also shed light on a spectrum of other gastrointestinal conditions.

Common Diseases & Conditions

A woman in a light blue shirt holds her chest with a pained expression, eyes closed, standing against a plain background—possibly experiencing discomfort before her colonoscopy.

Gastroesophageal Reflux
Disease (GERD)

A woman holding her stomach in discomfort sits on an exam table while a doctor with a clipboard listens and takes notes, possibly discussing the need for a colonoscopy in the medical office.

Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD)

A person sitting on a couch holds their stomach with a pained expression, possibly experiencing abdominal discomfort or pain after a colonoscopy.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the uninsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the underinsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

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The Digestive Health

Resource Center

Understanding Colonoscopies

What You Need To Know

Colonoscopies are a critical tool in promoting and safeguarding digestive health. This minimally invasive procedure allows your physician to visualize the entire inner lining of your colon and rectum, providing invaluable insights into potential abnormalities and facilitating early detection of colorectal cancer.

Screening Goes

Beyond Cancer Detection

While getting screened is instrumental in the early detection of colorectal cancer, they also shed light on a spectrum of other gastrointestinal conditions.

Common Diseases & Conditions

A woman in a light blue shirt holds her chest with a pained expression, eyes closed, standing against a plain background—possibly experiencing discomfort before her colonoscopy.

Gastroesophageal Reflux
Disease (GERD)

A woman holding her stomach in discomfort sits on an exam table while a doctor discusses the possibility of a colonoscopy during a medical consultation in a clinic.

Irritable Bowel
Disease (IBD)

A person sitting on a couch holds their stomach with a pained expression, possibly experiencing abdominal discomfort or pain after a colonoscopy.

Inflammatory Bowel
Disease (IBD)

Older man sitting on a couch, holding his stomach with both hands and appearing to be in pain or discomfort, possibly awaiting or recovering from a colonoscopy.

Peptic
Ulcers

Person holding wheat stalks with one hand while the other rests on their stomach, perhaps feeling relief after a recent colonoscopy, wearing a pink blouse and blue jeans.

Celiac
Disease

A healthcare professional wearing gloves examines the jaw and neck area of a seated man in a medical office, discussing upcoming procedures such as a colonoscopy.

Eosinophilic
Esophagitis (EoE)

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the uninsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

FAQs

Colonoscopy Assist is a program that promotes affordable colon cancer screenings by negotiating discounted rates with top gastroenterologists nationwide.

Yes, you can! ColonoscopyAssist was designed as an assistance program to help the underinsured and is the reason we exist.

To schedule with ColonoscopyAssist, there’s just one simple requirement:

You must be paying for your procedure out-of-pocket.

That’s it! There are no restrictions based on income, residency, or immigration status.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
2. Upper Endoscopy
3. Hemorrhoid Banding
4. Sigmoidoscopy
5. Cologuard
6. FIT

Scheduling through the program is the same as scheduling at most gastroenterologist offices. Most patients are able to complete their procedure within 2 weeks of submitting their scheduling forms.

Payments are due after an appointment is scheduled and can be made with credit card, check, money order or HSA card.

Yes. Just like any other medical service, you will receive a detailed report from the physician office after your procedure. A copy of your report can be sent to your primary physician upon request.

No it does not. Finding polyps is integral to preventing cancer and we support the philosophy of finding, removing and testing as many polyps as possible. All polyps are sent to a lab for testing and our all-inclusive flat rate includes polyp removal and pathology for any number of polyps or biopsies without restriction. This means that 2, 3 or even 12 polyps could be found and you would not be responsible for any extra cost.

Typically, the cost of pathology is significant. As a self-pay patient, pathology from just 4 specimens could cost just as much than the procedure.

The following services are provided at affordable pre-negotiated rates:

  1. Colonoscopy (screening or diagnostic)
  2. Upper Endoscopy
  3. Hemorrhoid Banding
  4. Sigmoidoscopy
  5. Cologuard
  6. FIT

Scheduling is simple and quick. The process is as follows :

  1. Submit a scheduling request by calling 1-855-542-6566 or from our facility locator
  2. Receive your appointment confirmation email.
  3. Complete payment for your procedure to confirm your appointment
  4. Go to your appointment

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