About Fall Hill Gastroenterology Associates
At FHGA we are dedicated to providing quality, comprehensive care for gastrointestinal and liver disorders in Fredericksburg and its surrounding communities.
Fall Hill Gastroenterology Associates was the first gastroenterology practice in Fredericksburg.
Founded in 1988 by Dr. John Boniface, Jr. and then joined by Dr. David Monahan in 1993 and Dr. Thomas Mastri in 2000. Dr. Boniface has retired. Dr. Lawrence Comeford joined us in 2019.
FHG Endoscopy Center
Diagnostic and screening colonoscopy and upper intestinal endoscopy are provided to our patients at the Center. Since opening in 2009, the Center has maintained a program of excellence as documented with our commitment to meeting all the credentialing requirements of the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC).
FHGA has partnered with Somnia (Fredericksburg Anesthesia Services) to provide anesthesia during your endoscopic procedure.
FHG Pathology
The pathology program integrates the services provided by our gastroenterologists with in-house quality diagnostic interpretation of endoscopic tissue specimens. Fall Hill Gastroenterology Pathology Lab is certified by The Joint Commission.
Hours
Our office hours are from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. To schedule an appointment please call (540) 371-9696 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Insurance
We accept most major insurances. We will file your claim with your insurance company and unlike many practices, we do our own billing. You deal directly with our staff if you have any questions or concerns about your bill. Please call to confirm your insurance.
Participating insurance companies:
- Aetna HMO/ PPO
- Cigna (Samba, Great West)
- Medicare
- Optima Health
- Tricare (Standard only)
- Anthem BCBS (PPO)
- Southern Health/Coventry
- Healthkeepers
- One Health
- Railroad Medicare
- Virginia Health Network (VHN)
- Beechstreet
- OneNet PPO
- United Healthcare (MAMSI,MDIPA, Optimum Choice)
Billing & Payment
In order for our office to submit an insurance claim, you are required to present your insurance information and valid photo identification at the time of check-in. You are responsible for any co-payment or deductible at each visit, in accordance with your insurance policy. If you do not have insurance, payment is due in full at the time services are rendered.
We accept cash, check, debit card, Visa and MasterCard.
Emergency Call
After hours, the physician on call can be reached at 540-371-9696. A physician will always be available for emergencies.