USPSTF: Screen smokers for lung cancer

"Although several organizations including the American Cancer Society, the American College of Chest Physicians and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network have recommended lung cancer screening in the past, many primary care clinicians do not currently recommend CT lung cancer screening and few insurance companies cover the expense.

Out-of-pocket expenses range from $50 to $400, but under the Affordable Care Act, insurance companies are required to cover any screening service with a USPSTF grade if an A or B without  a copay or deductable."

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Source: The Clinical Advisor