
Have IBD? You May Need More Frequent Colonoscopy Screenings.
A new study found that patients with IBD who had a colonoscopy every one to three years were less likely to be diagnosed with advanced colon cancer.
Colorectal cancer numbers are rising for people younger than 50. Early detection is key to detect or even prevent the disease.
Request an AppointmentBy May 31, 2022, most health insurance plans will fully cover this procedure to evaluate a positive stool-based test for colon cancer. Check with your insurance about your coverage.
Learn MoreOur physicians and staff at Maryland Surgery Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to treat an array of general surgery, gastrointestinal, gynecological, obstetric and urological conditions.
Our goal at Maryland Surgery Center is to ensure your comfort and safety by providing a team of board-certified surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses whose focus is your comfort and care.
Maryland Surgery Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Montgomery County.
At Maryland Surgery Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Learn MoreMaryland Surgery Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Learn MoreI was nervous about not having my procedure in a hospital but the surgery center was fantastic. Everyone was very attentive and explained every thing that was happening. It was comfortable and very professional.
Much care taken. Laughed at my jokes which lightened the mood. Clear instructions. Followed up to ensure I as doing well after. Told pain typically excruciating. I took NO pain meds. Highly recommend Dr. Rami Makhoul. Another procedure there with Dr. Darryn Band whom I’ve seen about 30 years.
A new study found that patients with IBD who had a colonoscopy every one to three years were less likely to be diagnosed with advanced colon cancer.
Read MoreNew federal guidance will soon require health insurance companies associated with the Affordable Care Act to cover the cost of a follow-up colonoscopy to evaluate a positive colon-cancer-screening stool test.
Read MoreA recent study conducted by AMSURG and researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai shows an increase in early-onset colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps in patients younger than 50.
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As advertised. Only been two weeks but no problems so far. No surprises with the bill either.