Reimbursement declines and staffing issues could prove to be challenges to growth for gastroenterology practices. The recommended age for colonoscopies is now 45, down from 50, and colorectal cancer rates are high among the U.S.’s aging population, pointing to increased demand for colonoscopies and other GI procedures. While increased demand typically promises future revenue for businesses, the staffing and reimbursement issues facing many GI practices may make for a more uncertain future in the industry.
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