Hepatitis C Investigation
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit the Overview webpage for information on the Hepatitis C Investigation.
I had a procedure at the Desert Shadow Endoscopy Center, do I need to get tested?
The health district is investigating an acute case of hepatitis C associated with this clinic. The health district investigation is ongoing and further information is needed in order to determine the extent of the patient notification. Identifying patients who need to be notified is a top priority for the health district and they are requesting access to patient records. In the meantime patients who are concerned about their need for testing should consult with their health care provider.
How do I get my test results?
Your test results should be available from the physician or health care provider who ordered your test.
I think I was at that clinic and didn’t get my letter. What am I supposed to do?
The Southern Nevada Health District has determined the list of patients received from the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada is not complete. If you visited the clinic between March 2004 and January 11, 2008, it is recommended that you contact your physician. He or she should have information regarding the referral to the clinic and should be able to provide you with the appropriate information so you can get the lab testing completed.
In addition, your insurance provider should be able to provide you with the dates of service for your procedure at the clinic. A copy of the letter is on the Patient Resources webpage.
Can you tell me if I’m on the list and if I should receive a letter?
The Southern Nevada Health District has determined the list of patients received from the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada is not complete and due to patient confidentiality issues, we are not able tell you whether or not you are on the list. We recommend that you contact your physician. He or she should have information regarding the referral to the clinic.
I visited the Henderson clinic, where or how can I get my medical records?
Patients who visited the Gastroenterology Center of Nevada located at 2610 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway in Henderson can contact the Henderson City Attorney’s office at (702) 267-1200. The office is tracking requests for records and will provide information on obtaining records once they become available.
Did you close the other clinics?
The Southern Nevada Health District does not have regulatory authority over medical facilities and does not have the authority to close these types of facilities. The various governmental agencies holding their business licenses made the decision to close them.
Why were the clinics closed then?
The business licenses were suspended by the county and/or the cities of Las Vegas and Henderson.
Are you sending letters to patients at the other clinic?
The Southern Nevada Health District has not received any reports of illness associated with the other clinics and has not conducted any investigations of them. As we have not had any reports of illness or transmission of any diseases at those clinics, we are not sending letters to their patients. If you have any concerns, you should contact your primary care physician to discuss them.
If I had a procedure at one of the other facilities, should I get tested?
We have not received any reports of illnesses at any of the other facilities, if you are concerned about your health or if you have questions about whether or not you should get tested, you should consult with your physician.
I had a procedure at the Gastrointestinal Diagnostic Center at 3196 Maryland Parkway. Should I get tested?
The Nevada State Health Division/Bureau of Licensure and Certification (BLC) will provide a formal Statement of Deficiencies to the Gastrointestinal Diagnostic Center at 3196 Maryland Parkway.
The health district has not had any infectious disease reports associated with this clinic to date. The health district will work with the BLC to investigate the situation and take action as appropriate.
Information about the BLC’s ambulatory surgical center inspections can be found at the Nevada State Health Division website, http://health.nv.gov.
I have a complaint regarding a local medical clinic or facility. Where should I send it or what number should I call?
The Southern Nevada Health District as well as other local health districts in the state do not have oversight or regulatory authority over those types of facilities. If you have a concern or a complaint, contact the Nevada State Health Division’s Bureau of Licensure and Certification at (702) 486-6515 or from northern Nevada call (775) 687-4475.
Are the other medical offices located in the same building as the endoscopy centers on Shadow Lane and Burnham affiliated with those clinics?
Multiple doctors’ offices occupy the buildings where two endoscopy centers have recently been closed. These offices are not affiliated with these centers and are not under investigation by the Southern Nevada Health District.
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