CT Lung Screening

Detecting lung cancer at its earliest stage is key to increasing the five-year survival rate, according to the results of the National Lung Screening Trial that was published in June 2011. Patients with the following clinical indications may benefit from a Low-dose CT lung cancer screening exam.

• Between the ages of 55 and 74
• Current smoker or quit within the last 15 years
• Smoked for 30 or more pack-years*
  *pack-years = average number of packs smoked per day multiplied by the number of years a person has smoked.

Cost:
Health insurance plans may cover this screening exam under the Affordable Care Act. Pre-authorization may be required prior to exam. If the patients health plan does not cover this exam, he/she will be required to pay $300 at time of service.

Preparation:
No preparation necessary for this exam