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Advancing GI Endoscopy

The global leader of advancement in the field of GI endoscopy since 1941, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy upholds the highest standards for gastrointestinal endoscopic practice and fosters research to encourage continuous innovation. It empowers members with the latest information, state-of-the art education and unparalleled resources to advance professional and patient care goals. With more than 17,000 members worldwide, ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï provides a diverse, inclusive and engaged community to foster sharing, learning, advocacy and growth in GI endoscopy.   

Mission

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy is the global leader in advancing digestive care through education, advocacy and promotion of excellence and innovation in endoscopy.

Core Values

Excellence

Professionalism

Innovation

Inclusivity

Strategic Plan

¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï recently launched its new Five Year Strategic Plan to guide the organization forward in advancing GI endoscopy for its members and for patients. Read more about the strategic priorities in 2025.

Newsroom

  • Nov 25

    CMS Releases CY2026 Hospital OPPS and ASC Final Rule

    CMS finalized the CY2026 OPPS/ASC rule with a 2.6% payment increase, 500+ new ASC procedures (including POEM and EndoFLIP), reduced drug administration payments in off-campus sites, and removed several quality measures with extended voluntary reporting.
  • Nov 04

    CMS Finalizes Payment Policies for 2026

    Despite conversion factor increase, practice expense changes and misguided ‘efficiency’ adjustments may harm GI patients
  • Oct 17

    Downcoding of E/M: What GI Physicians Need to Know

    Downcoding occurs when a payer automatically reduces a submitted claim to a lower E/M level, often via automated edits and without chart review, resulting in underpayment.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï values diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen our community and ensure excellent care for all patients

¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï Key Facts

  • Founded in 1941
  • Dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health
  • Promotes excellence and innovation in gastrointestinal endoscopy
  • More than 17,000 members worldwide
  • Provides the highest standards for endoscopic training and practice
  • Foremost resource for endoscopic education
  • Recognizes distinguished contributions to endoscopy
  • Fosters endoscopic research

About ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï Members

¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï physicians have highly specialized training in endoscopic procedures of the digestive tract, including upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï is the only medical society that requires documentation of specific training in GI endoscopic procedures

Corporate Partners

¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï is grateful for the support of its Corporate Partners for their support and contributions in helping to advance GI endoscopy. View list of our dedicated supporters.