GI Outlook (GO) 2022 Practice Management & Leadership Conference –Getting Back to the Future of Gastroenterology | August 2022-06

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Bill Cassidy, a gastroenterologist and U.S. Senator, encourages fellow gastroenterologists to advocate for their profession and patients. He emphasizes the importance of addressing issues such as physician reimbursement and prior authorization. Dr. Cassidy urges gastroenterologists to communicate with their local representatives to emphasize the impact of Medicare reimbursement cuts on patient access to care. He also discusses his sponsorship of the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act, which aims to reduce delays in routine medical procedures. Dr. Cassidy believes that bringing their expertise and patient-focused mindset to the political arena can lead to solutions benefiting both practitioners and patients.

Keywords

Dr. Bill Cassidy

gastroenterologist

U.S. Senator

physician reimbursement

prior authorization