Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology and Hepatology Remote Second Opinion is a service provided by the full-time faculty physicians of Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology and Hepatology for patients throughout the world. Whether you are unable to make an in-person medical visit due to your geographical location, travel restrictions (physical or financial), or simply prefer to seek a second medical diagnosis from the comfort of your own home, the Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology and Hepatology Remote Second Opinion program provides you with a timely recommendation from leading experts. After reviewing medical records and diagnostic tests, the Johns Hopkins physician will provide a comprehensive recommendation regarding your treatment plans or options based on the information provided by you and your local physician.

Written permission must be obtained from your local physician to request a Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology and Hepatology Remote Second Opinion. After completing required forms, you will mail copies of pertinent medical records and diagnostic tests. A fee will be charged to a credit card prior to the records being reviewed. A formal letter containing the Johns Hopkins physician's assessment and recommendation(s) will be mailed or faxed to you and your local physician.

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In accordance with state statutes, this service is not available for patients residing in Iowa, Louisiana and Maine. All international requests are coordinated by Johns Hopkins International; please visit www.jhintl.net for more information.

• Health Insurance Coverage: Not applicable; this is a self-pay service.
• Cost of Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology and Hepatology Remote Medical Second Opinion: This service costs $550. An additional fee ($200/review) will be charged if a pathology and/or radiological review are required.
• Signed approval is required by your local physician before a consultation can be provided.
• Timeframe for turnaround: approximately 10 business days from receipt of all records and payment.