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Lung Cancer Screening Registries and Quality Improvement Act

This act aims to improve early detection of lung cancer by funding the establishment and maintenance of screening registries. This means citizens can expect better quality care and more effective prevention methods, potentially improving their health and safety.
Key points
Funding for Lung Cancer Screening Registries: $2 million annually for fiscal years 2022-2026 to establish and maintain registries for collecting screening data.
No Fees for Registry Access: Entities receiving grants cannot charge fees for accessing the registries, facilitating data exchange.
Encouraging Data Interoperability: The act requires registries to be able to share data with each other, improving analysis and quality of care.
Development of Quality Improvement Measures: $1 million annually for fiscal years 2022-2026 for developing new methods to improve the effectiveness of lung cancer screening, early detection, and prevention.
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Additional Information
Lung Cancer Screening Registry and Quality Improvement Act of 2021.
Print number: HR 107
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Brian [D-NY-26]
Process start date: 2021-01-04