AGA commentary offers reality check on blood-based colorectal cancer screening
Modeling studies published in Gastroenterology show blood tests will be better than nothing but may lead to more CRC cases and deaths than established screening tests.
AGA responds to NEJM study on blood test for colorectal cancer screening
While a blood test can be an additional tool, it shouldn’t be used in place of a colonoscopy.
A weekend of resilience, hope and unity
Dr. Bahar Adeli shares about her experience attending the United in Blue Rally and Fight CRC Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C.
45 members of Congress and 90+ healthcare organizations agree: surveillance colonoscopy is a preventive service
Lawmakers and health experts urge federal agencies to expand access to life-saving colorectal cancer screenings.
Win! CMS reigns in prior auth
New rules require payors to respond to urgent requests within 72 hours.
Massachusetts: take action to oppose BCBSMA anesthesia policy
BCBSMA will reject payment for many claims for propofol/MAC as not medically necessary for GI procedures. We need your help to overturn this policy.
AGA members advocate for patients on Capitol Hill
Nearly 50 physician and patient advocates met with lawmakers and their staff to advocate for increased access for patients.
Drs. Rotonya Carr and Janese Laster advocate for expanded access to obesity treatments
These doctors are using their voices to support legislation that would improve access to care.
Help us reach 100 responses – take AGA’s public policy survey
Take five minutes to tell us how prior auth and other practice issues are impacting you and your patients.
AGA and 50+ advocacy organizations urge ACP to reconsider CRC screening guidelines
We stand united in upholding recommendations for colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45.