Learn from Women in GI (On-Demand) | September 2021-Training and Credentialing in EBT for the practicing physicia

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The video discusses the importance of gastroenterologists treating obesity and the impact on GI diseases. It explains that obesity-related diseases such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, GERD, and certain cancers are linked to obesity. The video also highlights the role of the GI tract in controlling food intake and the importance of GI hormones in regulating hunger and satiety. It mentions the potential for endoscopic bariatric therapies to treat obesity and the need for training in this field.<br /><br />The video provides information on various training options for physicians, including fellowship programs and courses offered by different organizations. It emphasizes the need for improved training and education in obesity management and endoscopic bariatric therapies. The video also discusses the challenges faced by physicians, such as finding time for training, costs associated with training, and the lack of quality metrics and benchmarks for competency.<br /><br />In addition to training, the video emphasizes the need for improved insurance coverage for endoscopic bariatric therapies. It provides a reimbursement toolkit developed by the ASGE ABE, which includes coding guidelines, tips for payment, and a sample letter for submitting a coverage request to insurance providers. The toolkit also includes a detailed description of the current relevant literature on endoscopic bariatric therapies to support discussions with payers.<br /><br />Overall, the video highlights the importance of treating obesity, the role of gastroenterologists in obesity management, and the need for better training and insurance coverage for endoscopic bariatric therapies.

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Shelby Sullivan, MD

Keywords

gastroenterologists

obesity

GI diseases

endoscopic bariatric therapies

training

insurance coverage

literature