Easier Access to Lung Cancer Screening and Smoking Cessation Support
This bill aims to simplify access to lung cancer screenings for individuals covered by Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance by removing prior authorization requirements. It also expands smoking cessation support to all Medicaid beneficiaries, not just pregnant women. Additionally, it mandates an educational campaign and a report on lung cancer demographics.
Key points
Free lung cancer screenings for eligible individuals under Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance, without prior authorization.
Expanded access to counseling and medication for smoking cessation for all Medicaid beneficiaries.
Educational campaign on the importance of lung cancer screenings and at-risk groups.
Report to study lung cancer demographics and ways to improve screening, including for underserved populations.
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