American Gastroenterological Association supports reintroduction of bipartisan Treat and Reduce Obesity Act
Bethesda, MD (August 3, 2023) – The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) today announced support for the reintroduced Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA), which would expand Medicare coverage to include screening and treatment of obesity from a diverse range of health care providers who specialize in obesity care. The bill also includes coverage of behavioral […]
Good news! Landmark obesity legislation reintroduced in Congress
This legislation will expand obesity care options for all Americans. Use resources in our new toolkit to share your support with lawmakers.
Drs. Barbara Jung and Fola May continue to fight UnitedHealthcare on behalf of GI community
We’re fighting back against UHC prior auth plans. Read AGA President Dr. Barbara Jung’s letter to UHC and Dr. May’s op-ed in Capitol Weekly.
Cuts in store: 2024 proposed Medicare payments
While a disappointing payment reduction is proposed, the rules also included some positive changes.
AGA briefs Sen. Cassidy on UHC advance notification concerns
AGA Governing Board member Dr. Larry Kosinski spoke to Sen. Bill Cassidy about UnitedHealthcare’s policies for GI endoscopy procedures.
Recap: AGA hosts Capitol Hill briefing on America’s obesity crisis
One of our congressional champions, Rep. Brad Wenstrup, expressed support for expanding obesity treatment during his remarks.
Thank you to our AGA PAC supporters!
More than 30 VIPs attended the annual AGA PAC VIP Reception at DDW®.
Momentum growing: 175 groups oppose UHC prior auth policy
Gastroenterology is receiving support from numerous medical specialties in opposing UnitedHealthcare’s prior authorization policy for GI endoscopy procedures.
AGA doubles down on prior auth fight with UHC
The AGA Governing Board has made a major commitment to fight the policy.
Time is running out for UnitedHealthcare to put patients first
AGA issued a press release this week outlining how this policy is dangerous to patient care.