Free ACG Advocacy Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which federal law, supported by the ACG, ensures that colorectal cancer screenings remain covered without cost-sharing, even when a polyp is removed during the procedure?

Accepted Answer

Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act

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Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA)

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Affordable Care Act (ACA)

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Question 2

The ACG has advocated for increasing the reimbursement rates for which of the following procedures, citing its importance in cancer prevention and early detection?

Accepted Answer

Colonoscopy

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Upper endoscopy

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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

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Capsule endoscopy

Question 3

The ACG has been involved in advocating against prior authorization requirements for certain gastroenterology procedures. What is a common argument used by the ACG against these requirements?

Accepted Answer

Prior authorization increases healthcare costs.

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Prior authorization ensures proper care coordination.

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Prior authorization ensures proper care coordination.

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Prior authorization improves the quality of patient care.

Question 4

The ACG supports legislation that would help address the gastroenterology workforce shortage. Which of the following policies is commonly advocated for to alleviate this shortage?

Accepted Answer

Allowing nurses to perform endoscopies independently

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Reducing the training period for gastroenterologists

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Increasing funding for medical residency positions

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Expanding telemedicine services

Question 5

Which of the following is a key focus of ACG’s advocacy efforts related to improving patient access to care in rural and underserved areas?

Accepted Answer

Expanding telehealth and telemedicine services

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Supporting non-physician endoscopists

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Promoting interstate licensure for gastroenterologists

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Increasing the use of artificial intelligence in diagnostics