Will Smith, Colonoscopies and Colon Cancer Myths
You may think you do not need a colonoscopy because you feel healthy. Will Smith made the same assumption, but he was wrong.
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Airport Endoscopy Center
Why Choose Us?
Airport Endoscopy Center is an outpatient endoscopic facility specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases and disorders. Our team of six gastroenterologists frequently sees patients for colorectal cancer screening and problems involving the digestive tract. From the waiting room to the recovery room, we want patients and their families to feel at ease during each visit.
For Your Visit
Airport Endoscopy Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
Patient Forms
At Airport Endoscopy, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. Upon scheduling your surgery, a member of our staff will provide you with the required forms to fill out. We encourage you to take time to complete these before arriving on day of surgery, so that we may care for you promptly. If you happen to misplace any of the provided forms, duplicates are available for download.
Insurance and Billing
All services received at the center (equipment, nursing care, sedation, etc.) are included in your single facility fee, which is billed directly by the center, and are covered by most major insurance carriers, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most health maintenance organizations (HMOs), preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and point-of-service (POP) managed care plans. We will help you determine what your insurance carrier will cover and what you will be responsible for prior to your appointment.
Express Scheduling
If you’re over 50 and haven’t had a colonoscopy, take advantage of the Express Scheduling Option at the Airport Endoscopy Center. By scheduling directly with our center, you see a board-certified specialist and have your procedure on the same day.
Online Bill Pay
At Airport Endoscopy Center, we strive to make our patients’ process as easy and convenient as possible. With our online bill pay option, you can securely make a payment for your service online.
News
Colonoscopy Protects Against Colon Cancer for 10 Years
A new study says colonoscopy offers at least ten years of protection against colon cancer mortality.
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Body Fat Location Can Double Risk of Colon Cancer Death
A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute reports intriguiging findings regarding body composition and obesity.
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