Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) has become an established procedure for resection of pre-malignant lesions. Despite its benefits and cost-effectiveness, there are significant challenges to bring ESD to mainstream practice in the US given the unpredictability of reimbursement. In this lecture, we will discuss the experience of one of the high-volume ESD centers in establishing a sustainable complex endoscopic resection program. We will discuss steps needed to ensure fair reimbursement and financial obstacles facing early adopters of ESD technique in the US.

FACULTY:

Mohamed Othman, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

OBJECTIVES:

1. Understand how to establish a sustainable complex endoscopic resection program
2. Discuss reimbursement of the physician component of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) and how to fit ESD practice in an RVU based system.

AGENDA:
Central Time

7:00 – 7:05 PM:  Welcome and Introductions
                              ASGE Staff

7:05 – 7:40 PM:  Reimbursement for Complex Endoscopic Resection, Navigating The Tortuous Road
                             Mohamed Othman, MD

7:40 – 7:55 PM:  Q&A from Audience
                             Facilitated by ASGE Staff and Dr. Othman

7:55 – 8:00 PM:  Highlights and Final Take Away Points
                             Dr. Othman

8:00 PM:             Adjourn