Topic 1: Implementation for CT Screening Programs - Challenges and Successes-United States

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Dr. Ella Casaruni discussed the U.S. experience in implementing CT lung cancer screening, highlighting the varied approaches due to differing healthcare funding systems. She noted that coverage through Medicare, state programs, employer-based insurance, and the Veterans Healthcare Administration influences access to lung cancer screening. Current screening rates range from 9.5% to 31% across states. Uptake and adherence are impacted by factors such as healthcare access, age, and insurance coverage. Efforts are underway to improve screening rates through updated guidelines and initiatives, including mandatory survey data collection and new HEDIS measures.

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Ella Kazerooni

Keywords

CT lung cancer screening

healthcare funding systems

Medicare coverage

screening rates

HEDIS measures