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EP.04A.03 Quality Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening using the QUILSTM System: Baseline Data from Ten Programs in Kentucky

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The document outlines the implementation and evaluation of the Quality Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening (QUILS) System 1.0 across ten lung cancer screening (LCS) programs in Kentucky. Despite favorable federal policies promoting lung cancer screening through results from the NLST and NELSON trials, implementation has faced challenges, particularly in uptake and adherence. The QUILS System aims to address these issues by facilitating high-quality LCS implementation, drawing from various established protocols and resources.<br /><br />The QUILS System includes components such as the QUILS Index, Audit & Feedback, Resource Portal, and Coaching & Technical Assistance, which are designed to enhance quality service and outcomes. The QUILS Index evaluates 16 quality parameters across six domains, encompassing both technical and interpersonal aspects of LCS. <br /><br />The overarching aim of the Kentucky LEADS Collaborative is to establish and assess a system supporting high-quality LCS in diverse and low-resource settings. Specific goals involved implementing the QUILS Index to evaluate the ten programs and identify areas of strength and improvement.<br /><br />The baseline evaluation revealed that these programs achieved an average quality score of 67.8%, indicating room for enhancement in several areas. High scores were noted in eligibility criteria and radiology operations, while lower scores were seen in tobacco intervention efforts and other preventive measures.<br /><br />The document highlights the importance of addressing technical and human elements in implementing LCS. Future analysis will focus on assessing the impact of the full QUILS System on the quality of implementation and outcomes. Limitations include the small sample size confined to Kentucky, necessitating further research to validate these findings in broader settings. The initiative is part of a project supported by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation.

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Jamie Studts

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Speaker Jamie Studts

Topic Screening and Early Detection

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Lung Cancer Screening

QUILS System

Kentucky

Quality Implementation

NLST

NELSON trials

Audit & Feedback

Quality Parameters

Tobacco Intervention

Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation