This is episode 6 of 6 from our program: Obesity in GI Care: Start the Conversation, Change the Narrative. Over the course of 6 podcast episodes and 3 webinars, you’ll learn a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating obesity, with a specific focus on patients with GI comorbidities. This series highlights key findings and strategies from AGA’s 2017 Practice guide on Obesity and Weight management, Education and Resources (POWER program).

In this episode, our hosts Drs. Andres Acosta and Octavia Pickett-Blakely discuss:
• The role of the gastroenterologists and hepatologists, gastroenterology and hepatology advanced practice providers (APP), and others in a care team for obesity management.
• How to find information on coding and reimbursement for obesity management.
• How treating obesity is beneficial for patients and practices.
• Pearls from episodes 1-5 of the series.

To collect CME credit for listening, visit agau.gastro.org.