AppGastro
Appalachian Gastroenterology, a practice of Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Our Providers
Patients & Caregivers
Location
870 State Farm Road, Suite 102
Boone, NC 28607
Mon–Thu, 8:00am–5:00pm
Friday, 8:00am–12:00pm
Contact Us
Phone hrs: 9am-12pm, 1-5pm
Fax: (828) 265-3305
appgastro@apprhs.org
Dial 1-800-572-2134 for the provider after/before office hours
Review Us
AppGastro in Boone,NC
At AppGastro, we believe that each patient and provider become a team for treating an individual’s digestive problems. Our gastroenterology providers spend most of their time listening in order to understand your concerns and responding with the best treatment options for you. With the help of our professional staff, they also follow up to make sure that problems are resolved and your health improves.
AppGastro has achieved accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Accreditation distinguishes our practice from many other outpatient facilities by providing the highest quality of care to its patients as determined by an independent, external process of evaluation.
NOTE: Service animals are permitted in our waiting room and clinic, but not in the endoscopy suite. If your service animal accompanies you to your endoscopy appointment, someone must come with you to sit with them in the waiting room.
Have You Had Your Screening Colonoscopy Yet?
We encourage everyone to get screened if they are age 45 and over. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer, also referred to as colon cancer, is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in this country.
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Diagnosis & Treatment
- Reflux/Heartburn
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis
- Rectal Bleeding
- Hemorrhoids
- Barrett’s Esophagus
Procedures
- Colonoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Polyp Removal
- Upper Endoscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
Patient Information
Your First Visit
Please remember to bring with you:
- your current, valid insurance card(s),
- a government-issued photo identification (driver’s license or passport, etc.)
- your current medications (an accurate list or the bottles),
- your Primary Care provider’s name, address and telephone number.
Being well-prepared for your appointment will ensure that the doctor has all of the needed information to provide the best possible care for you. It will also help alleviate any unnecessary anxiety you may be feeling prior to your first appointment. If you have had any recent lab work, imaging or procedures done that relate to your current condition, please make sure that we get a copy of them. We look forward to your first visit.
Insurance and Billing
Please contact your insurance carrier to find out if we are a part of their network. Qualifications for insurance coverage may differ due to the uniqueness of each office visit or procedure. As a courtesy, we are happy to file your insurance claim. If you do not have insurance coverage or if we are not part of your insurance carrier’s network, you will be asked to pay for your visit at time of check in.
If you have questions concerning your insurance benefits for these procedures, feel free to print and follow this guide when you contact your insurance representative.
Guide for Patient Financial Obligation for Endoscopy Procedures
Colonoscopy Prep
The Colon prep that we most commonly prescribe is called Su-Prep.
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No more suffering in silence: AppGastro offers non-invasive hemorrhoid relief
Millions of individuals across the U.S. endure a common but rarely discussed condition–hemorrhoids. Notably, Dr. Trate from AppGastro points out that by the… Read More: No more suffering in silence: AppGastro offers non-invasive hemorrhoid relief
Colorectal cancer – did you know?
According to the CDC, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths between men and women in the United States. Colorectal cancer is… Read More: Colorectal cancer – did you know?
Colonoscopy Colon Cancer Screening
Colon Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women in the U.S. Regular colonoscopy screenings can detect it early. Read More: Colonoscopy Colon Cancer Screening
Infographic: Colorectal Cancer Facts
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. More than 140,000 Americans are diagnosed each year and about 1 in 20 people will develop colorectal cancer at some time in their lives. Reduce your risk by scheduling a routine colonoscopy. Read More: Infographic: Colorectal Cancer Facts
Questions?
If you would like to speak to someone about our services, please let us know!
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