Skip Navigation
healthatozlink

Colonoscopy

Health A–Z : 1-9 of 9 Results

Colon Cancer Screening (Colorectal) Covered by Medicare

All Medicare recipients are eligible for a screening colonoscopy. Learn about risk factors, how often screening is covered, and the portion of Medicare-approved costs you will be required to pay.... Details >

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a procedure that can detect early signs of colorectal or colon cancer. Learn how colonoscopy is performed, how to prepare for, and begin routine screenings.... Details >

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Find a Colorectal Surgeon  External Link

Search by state or country to locate a colorectal surgeon in your area who is an expert in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of colon and rectal problems. ... Details >

American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons  External Link

Find a GI Endoscopist  External Link

Find physicians and surgeons in your area trained in GI endoscopic procedures of the digestive tract, such as endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy.... Details >

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy  External Link

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure used to detect inflamed tissue, abnormal growths, such as a polyp, and ulcers. Learn how and when the procedure is performed.... Details >

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health

NIH SeniorHealth: Colorectal Cancer

This site describes the risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and latest research on colorectal cancer. The site also links to 4 brief videos on colon cancer screening methods, clinical trials, and more... Details >

National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Personal Screening Stories

Also available in: Spanish 

Read brief stories from real patients about their colorectal cancer screening experiences. ... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The 20 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Colorectal Cancer  External Link

Prevent Cancer Foundation answers the 20 most frequently asked questions about colorectal cancer. Learn about pre-cancerous polyps, symptoms, screening, and prevention of colon cancer.... Details >

Prevent Cancer Foundation  External Link

Virtual Colonoscopy  External Link

Unlike traditional colonoscopy, virtual colonoscopy doesn't require sedation or the insertion of a scope into the colon. Discuss your colon cancer screening options with your doctor to determine wheth... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  External Link