Frequently Asked Questions

Do you participate with my insurance plan?
We accept most insurance plans. It is important for you to verify the physician’s participation with your insurance company. You can call the benefits phone number on your card or most large companies now have websites where you can look up doctors in your plan.

Can a flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy be performed in the office?

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Yes, as long as you complete a preparation the day of your visit. Preparation: Two fleet enemas two hours prior to your appointment. No fasting is necessary

Colonoscopy
No, these are done outpatient at a hospital or surgical center by one of our physicians. Our surgery schedulers set up your appointment.

Where do your physicians perform surgery?

Hospitals:
Northside Hospital, Northside Hospital-Forsyth, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, Cobb Hospital, Crawford Long Hospital, Dekalb Medical Center, Southern Regional Medical Center

Outpatient Surgery Centers:
Atlanta Outpatient Center, East West Surgery Center, Marietta Surgical Center, Mount Zion Surgery Center, Northwoods Surgery Center, and Northlake Surgery Center

Do your physicians perform laser hemorrhoid surgery?
There are several methods for treating and removing hemorrhoids with minimal to no discomfort including Infrared Coagulation (IRC). A physician will be happy to discuss your options during an office consultation.

Do your physicians perform hernia surgery?
We treat some types of abdominal hernias; however, groin hernias are typically treated by a general surgeon.