How does this work for colonoscopies?

[Anonymous]

Do you just get a PCP prescription and then gets scheduled straight for one at gastro, or do you first go to gastro and then get the colonoscopy at second visit?

[Anonymous]

Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

You just go in, no first visit, you get the results that day too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

A Bhole is a bhole. No need to have a consultation.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

A Bhole is a bhole. No need to have a consultation.

But the doctor does the actual colonoscopy, not an unknown staff, right?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

A Bhole is a bhole. No need to have a consultation.

But the doctor does the actual colonoscopy, not an unknown staff, right?

Chill out. Technically it is the doctor you meet for about 35 seconds within 15 minutes of being unconscious, but who really knows

[Anonymous]

I’ve had three so far at different facilities (family history of colon cancer) and each time I’ve had a first visit with the gastrointestinal Dr (one time it was a NP) to discuss the procedure and the prep. The procedure occurred on a different date and the doctor discusses the results with you once it’s finished (after you wake up).

[Anonymous]

I always meet with a doctor first before any procedure. Ask for recommendations from friends.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

You just go in, no first visit, you get the results that day too.

Not necessarily.

[Anonymous]

I met with the doctor on zoom for about 5 minutes prior to the actual colonoscopy

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’ve had three so far at different facilities (family history of colon cancer) and each time I’ve had a first visit with the gastrointestinal Dr (one time it was a NP) to discuss the procedure and the prep. The procedure occurred on a different date and the doctor discusses the results with you once it’s finished (after you wake up).

TY, then because my plan doesn't require a PCP to see a specialist, it seems like I am better off doing a consult there first with the gastro. Otherwise it's three visits.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.

But then do you just do a colonoscopy or also need a visit first and then colonoscopy?

A Bhole is a bhole. No need to have a consultation.

But the doctor does the actual colonoscopy, not an unknown staff, right?

Yes the Dr does the procedure. If you are a woman, they’ll make sure there are females assigned to your procedure room.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’ve had three so far at different facilities (family history of colon cancer) and each time I’ve had a first visit with the gastrointestinal Dr (one time it was a NP) to discuss the procedure and the prep. The procedure occurred on a different date and the doctor discusses the results with you once it’s finished (after you wake up).

TY, then because my plan doesn't require a PCP to see a specialist, it seems like I am better off doing a consult there first with the gastro. Otherwise it's three visits.

PP here. My plan is the same so I just go straight to the gastro. No need to see a PCP first.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’ve had three so far at different facilities (family history of colon cancer) and each time I’ve had a first visit with the gastrointestinal Dr (one time it was a NP) to discuss the procedure and the prep. The procedure occurred on a different date and the doctor discusses the results with you once it’s finished (after you wake up).

TY, then because my plan doesn't require a PCP to see a specialist, it seems like I am better off doing a consult there first with the gastro. Otherwise it's three visits.

PP here. My plan is the same so I just go straight to the gastro. No need to see a PCP first.

One more question. Is there an advantage to doing it in a hospital setting v. free standing? How "worried" would you be about it?