Free Annual Lung Cancer Screenings for At-Risk Adults Aged 50-80.
This Act mandates that all health insurance plans, including federal programs, must fully cover the cost of annual lung cancer screenings for adults aged 50 to 80 who are determined to be at increased risk. This ensures eligible citizens receive these potentially life-saving screenings without any out-of-pocket costs or bureaucratic hurdles like prior authorization. The goal is to improve access to early detection.
Key points
Insurers must fully cover the cost of annual low-dose CT scans (LDCT) for lung cancer screening for at-risk individuals aged 50-80.
The screenings will be free for patients and cannot be subjected to prior authorization or restrictive frequency limits.
The requirement applies to all health plans, including those covering veterans, military personnel, and federal employees.
Status:
Introduced
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