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WELCOME TO GEORGIAGI.COM:
GEORGIA CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE DISEASES, LLC
Welcome to Georgiagi.com, the educational website for the Georgia Center for Digestive Diseases, LLC. The Center is an established, state of the art endoscopic location for patients from Savannah and the surrounding areas. It holds the distinction of being the first ambulatory endoscopy center, outside of a hospital, in Chatham County. The facility is attached to the office of Georgia Gastroenterology Group, PC at 501 Eisenhower Drive in Savannah. The facility is fully certified by Medicare and by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
This modern concept, which provides expert endoscopic care within a comfortable and private atmosphere, has elicited much praise from our patients. In the immaculate unit, housing the latest in equipment, yet away from the hustle and bustle of the hospital setting, our patients feel they are the center of attention. Our caring and confident staff are much appreciated. Family members who accompany patients are very pleased with the comfortable waiting area provided for them adjacent to the Center. |  |
Endoscopic procedures (Upper Intestinal Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Esophageal Dilatation, and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy) are performed with the most technologically advanced endoscopic equipment available. The new model monitors assure a high level of safety and comfort for our patients. In addition to attention to detail assuring a comfortable atmosphere, patients are very comfortable with the use of intravenous sedation, individually measured for each patient. Medications that may be used by Dr. Costrini for this purpose are Versed, Fentanyl, Demerol, or Valium.
Our facility is contracted with most insurance carriers including: Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna and many more. Our staff will confirm network participation at the time of scheduling, or you may call our business office with questions 912-355-7875.
To schedule a procedure in the Center, patients must first be evaluated in the Georgia Gastroenterology Group, PC. You can initiate this by obtaining a referral from your primary care physician. Appointment and location information are provided for your convenience.
Last but not least, you can e-mail your questions or comments to a physician or nurse at Georgia Gastroenterology Group. Learn and stay well.
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SAVANNAH
Georgia Center for Digestive Disease, LLC |
Monday thru Friday
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(912) 354-2175
(800) 844-2175 |
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Requirement: Some patients require a referral from their primary care physician before scheduling an appointment with Dr. Costrini. A referral can be easily arranged by calling your primary care physician. |
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Endoscopic Procedures |
The development of endoscopy or the ability to "see inside" was one of the most important scientific advances of our century. Before this technology was designed, physicians could only wonder and guess what was happening deep inside the GI tract and x-rays often gave incomplete information. However, now after years of discovery and improvements, the entire upper and lower GI tract can be illuminated bright as daylight. No longer can disease lurk in hidden places causing problems. We are pleased to be able to offer these reassuring procedures to our patients.
UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY (EGD)
ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND (EUS)
At the Georgia Center for Digestive Diseases we are fully equipped to offer thorough examinations of both the upper and lower tracts, including Colonoscopy, Upper Intestinal Endoscopy, and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy. In addition to investigating the GI tract, Dr. Costrini can actually treat some of the abnormalities that may be found. Esophageal Dilitation (gentle stretching of the esophagus) and Polypectomy (removal of small growths or polyps) are often performed in our Center as necessary.
It is our goal to make this experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible by helping you to know exactly what to expect and supporting you throughout the procedure. You may also view a video of an actual endoscopy by clicking here.
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Referring Physicians |
It is our goal to assist you and your patients with their Gastrointestinal care in a timely and efficient manner. We are dedicated to providing expert services along with rapid availability for your patients. We accept all insurances including Medicare and Medicaid.
Your time is valuable and because of this we have streamlined the referral process and taken over all the responsibility of precertification, patient education, and preparation. We recommend that all patients be referred for an initial office visit before a procedure with the exception of patients being sent only for a screening Flexible Sigmoidoscopy.
For additional information about our five locations please see Locations and Hours.
To make a referral simply:
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Ask your patient or secretary to:
- Call our office (912) 354-2175 Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM - Provide us with a patient referral number if necessary for insurance purposes.
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Be assured that all details will be handled carefully by our staff.
You will be kept fully informed of findings and recommendations.
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Patients |
We are dedicated to bringing you expert and up-to-date GI care within an atmosphere designed to meet your individual needs. Whether you only need reassurance about a troubling symptom, are in need of a GI procedure, or need treatment and care for a long term GI disease, we would consider it a privilege to be your healthcare partner.
Today's medical care is importantly all about partnership between you and your physician. Because of this, our staff at Georgia Gastroenterology Group makes an effort to give you time and attention when you visit our office or contact us by phone or e-mail.
AVAILABILITY
In an effort to better serve everyone that contacts our office, a voice mail system answers all incoming calls five days a week from 8AM to 5PM. It has many options available and will take you directly to the area of the office that you need to reach. Should you be uncertain what area you need, simply press "0" for our receptionist. She will be happy to route your call to the appropriate area. Our answering service takes calls from 12:00 to 12:45 over the lunch period and these calls are relayed immediately to us upon our return. In addition you may E-mail your questions or comments to a physician or nurse at Georgia Gastroenterology Group.
If you have an emergency after regularly scheduled hours, the answering service (912) 354-2175 will answer your call. The physician on call will be promptly notified and will return your call.
TEST RESULTS AND PRECERTIFICATION
Because we know that receiving lab and other test results as soon as possible is important to you, we notify all patients of this important information in a timely manner. If your physician recommends tests or procedures we take the responsibility of precertifying with your insurance carrier.
ENDOSCOPIC EQUIPMENT
The modern endoscopic equipment has made examination and treatment of the GI tract comfortable, safe, and helpful to both patients and physicians. The slender scope allows the physician to see the GI tract in true-to-life color, and conditions can often be diagnosed and treated without the need for surgery.
If you are interested in learning more about the endoscopic equipment, please click here.
APPOINTMENTS
It is sometimes necessary for patients to have a referral from their primary care physician before being seen by Dr. Costrini. This can easily be accomplished with a call to your primary care physician's office.
Appointments for all of our locations can be easily made by calling our central Savannah office. For phone numbers, information about our practice locations, and directions simply click on the tab for Locations and Hours. Begin to take good care of yourself today
Click on procedures for a brief description:
UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY (EGD)
ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND (EUS)
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