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What forms of payment does southwestern accept for GI procedures?

We accept most major health insurances, and accept payment in the form of cash, checks, money orders, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Express, and Care Credit. Read Frequently Asked Questions from patients of Southwestern GI Specialists.

Where is SWGI located?

SWGI is conveniently located in Southwestern Pennsylvania and serves patients throughout Fayette and surrounding counties.

Who is southwest gastroenterology?

Southwest Gastroenterology Associates (SWGA) is an independently owned and operated facility that has been serving Albuquerque and New Mexico for over 30 years. Southwest Endoscopy, conveniently housed under the same roof as our medical offices and is New Mexico’s only freestanding endoscopy center.

Does southwest gastroenterology require in-person office visits?

Your provider will determine if an in-person office visit is necessary. Protecting our patients, physicians, and staff from COVID-19 is our top priority. Southwest Gastroenterology asks our patients to consider scheduling a telehealth visit before attempting to schedule an in-person visit.

Request Records

At Southwest Gastroenterology, patients can electronically access their health records when they activate their patient portal account. If you have not signed up for our patient portal yet, please call our office to verify your information and we can send you a portal invitation.

Your Patient Rights

Right to see and get a copy of health information. You have the right to see and get a copy of your health information. Usually, this information is contained in medical and billing records. You must request in writing to see or get a copy of your health information in our designated record set.

Can I see my doctor in-person?

Most likely, yes! Your provider will determine if an in-person office visit is necessary. Protecting our patients, physicians, and staff from COVID-19 is our top priority. Southwest Gastroenterology asks our patients to consider scheduling a telehealth visit before attempting to schedule an in-person visit.

What can I expect on my first visit?

New Patients are encouraged to complete the new patient registration form and online check-in before your initial appointment.

Who owns Southwest Endoscopy?

Southwest Endoscopy is owned and operated by the doctors of Southwest Gastroenterology Associates. If you have any further questions, please call our business office at 505-999-1600.

Does Southwest Endoscopy accept insurance?

Southwest Gastroenterology and Southwest Endoscopy accept most insurance plans and will bill both primary and secondary insurances as a courtesy. However, the primary responsibility for the account is yours.

Is Southwest Endoscopy a Medicare accredited facility?

Southwest Endoscopy is certified by Medicare and accredited by AAAHC. We follow strict guidelines for quality and patient safety and are recognized by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy for promoting quality endoscopy.

When you have a gastrointestinal problem... Get the experienced, top-quality care you deserve... without having to leave town

Problems of the digestive tract are no picnic. They can be painful, persistent and even dangerous. And in addition to being essential to your overall health, your gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a complex anatomical network that requires highly specialized medical care. It also demands attention and commitment to your individual needs...

When you need a colonoscopy or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy exam... Get leading-edge, convenient, compassionate care in a top-quality facility

Our state of the art ambulatory surgery center is accredited by the AAAHC (Accredidation Association of Ambulatory Health Care) and certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and Medicare.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a procedure which enables a gastroenterologist to directly examine the colon and rectum. Colonoscopy is used to diagnose colon polyps, colon cancer, diverticulosis, inflamatory bowel disease, and internal hemorrhoids.