Anonymous
Post 02/15/2026 18:43     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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?
Anonymous
Post 02/15/2026 18:33     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:32     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:32     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:28     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
I met with the doctor on zoom for about 5 minutes prior to the actual colonoscopy
Anonymous
Post 02/15/2026 18:27     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:26     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
I always meet with a doctor first before any procedure. Ask for recommendations from friends.
Anonymous
Post 02/15/2026 18:26     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:23     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:20     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:01     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:01     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 18:00     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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
Post 02/15/2026 17:55     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
Your PCP gives you an order, then you go find a gastro.
Anonymous
Post 02/15/2026 17:54     Subject: How does this work for colonoscopies?
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?