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Bel Air’s Best GI Doctors
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Harford Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Harford Endoscopy 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 Harford County.
Patient Forms
At Harford Endoscopy 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 that patients may complete before their 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).
Insurance and Billing
Harford Endoscopy 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.
Express Scheduling
If you’re over 50 and haven’t had a colonoscopy, take advantage of the Express Scheduling Option at the Harford Endoscopy Center. By scheduling directly with our center, you see a board-certified specialist and have your procedure on the same day. This saves time by eliminating an additional office visit and reduces your out-of-pocket cost.
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Nov 16, 2021
The place of service was very nice. I had a great experience. The staff was remarkably kind and caring. Your facility is nice and clean. Overall, I had a very good experience with everyone that I had met that day for my procedure. Thank you for the care that you’ve given me.
Nov 16, 2021
Everyone was so nice, I wasn’t nervous. This was my 3rd time at Hartford Endoscopy Center. Dr. Gao is so friendly and my nurse was Katie she was so sweet.
Nov 16, 2021
My experience with Harford Endoscopy center. Was so relaxing and made to feel as if I given such professional care. To where I would gladly recommend a friend and family members for the same experience I had.
Nov 9, 2021
Everyone from reception to aftercare were compassionate & caring.
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Very pleasant/friendly staff!