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2026 Payment Shifts: A Raise… and a Cut? Plus, Is Downcoding Coming for a Bill Near You?

In 2026, you may notice shifts in your Medicare and commercial reimbursement. These shifts result from several payment policies enacted…

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – March 2026

Explore Resources & Inspiration from ACG Reezwana Chowdhury, MD, FACG | Chair, ACG Public Relations Committee The College observes March…

Black History Month 2026

Embracing the Past, Present, and Future: Celebrating Black Excellence in Gastroenterology by the ACG Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee The American…

ACG Advocacy Wins: Surveillance Colonoscopy, Telehealth, and More

On Tuesday, February 3, Congress passed, and President Trump signed, a $1.2 trillion government funding package to keep multiple federal…

John S. Fordtran, MD: An Appreciation

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Anne-Louise Oliphant

In Memoriam. “John S. Fordtran, MD was the most consequential gastroenterologist of the 20th century.” Lawrence R. Schiller, MD, MACG


Scopy Award

SCOPY: A Decade of Excellence (Winning Categories)

Posted on February 27, 2025 by The ACG News Team

Since 2015, the College has celebrated colorectal cancer awareness and prevention efforts through the Service Award for Colorectal Cancer Outreach,…


Scopy Award

SCOPY: A Decade of Excellence (Chronological)

Posted on February 27, 2025 by The ACG News Team

Since 2015, the College has celebrated colorectal cancer awareness and prevention efforts through the Service Award for Colorectal Cancer Outreach,…


March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on February 25, 2025 by The ACG News Team

Explore Resources & Inspiration from ACG Reezwana Chowdhury, MD, FACG; Chair, ACG Public Relations Committee The College observes March Colorectal…


Image with the following text: When faced with emergencies, we hear inspiring stories of healthcare providers rising to the occasion, helping their neighbors, friends, and family. As these areas face an uphill battle, ACG members must harness resources and efforts to prioritize patient care and serve their communities — they should not be hindered by a looming 9% payment cut for failing to report 2024 QPP measures by March 31.

The 2025 Reimbursement Landscape for GI Services

Posted on February 14, 2025 by The ACG News Team

As Congress continues negotiations ahead of the March 14 government funding deadline, ACG wants to remind members about the key…


Black History Month 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025 by The ACG News Team

Embracing the Past, Present, and Future:Celebrating Black Excellence in Gastroenterology by Dr. Corlan Eboh, Dr. Mazer Ally & Dr. Mohammad Ali;…


Image with the following text: When faced with emergencies, we hear inspiring stories of healthcare providers rising to the occasion, helping their neighbors, friends, and family. As these areas face an uphill battle, ACG members must harness resources and efforts to prioritize patient care and serve their communities — they should not be hindered by a looming 9% payment cut for failing to report 2024 QPP measures by March 31.

ACG Urges CMS to Assist Providers in Natural Disaster Recovery

Posted on January 22, 2025 by The ACG News Team

ACG is deeply saddened by the devastating Southern California wildfires that have impacted thousands of individuals and their homes, businesses,…


Introducing the 2025 ACG Institute Leadership YOU Cohorts

Posted on January 10, 2025 by The ACG News Team

The ACG Institute and The Center for Leadership, Ethics and Equity support four distinct leadership programs, with each program being…


2024 ACG Public Policy Year in Review

Posted on December 19, 2024 by The ACG News Team

ACG is proud to serve as the voice for clinical GI – read about our public policy and practice management accomplishments in 2024.


2024 Election Snapshot: New Doctors Go to Washington, State Voters Decide on Healthcare Issues

Posted on November 8, 2024 by The ACG News Team

In Tuesday’s election, Americans decisively sent Former President Donald Trump back to the White House and handed Republicans a new…


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