CT Lung Screening

Lung Cancer is the number one cancer killer in America claiming more lives than colorectal, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancer combined! Without early detection screening, over 95% of lung cancer patients eventually die from the disease, usually within a few years of diagnosis. Annual screenings with CT scans aid in finding lung cancers in their earliest stages, when up to 90% can be cured.

The CT Lung Screening is an exam with the ability to detect lung cancer in its earliest stages when it is most treatable. It consists of a low dose, noncontrasted helical CT that uses X-rays to scan the entire chest in about five to ten seconds during a single breath hold. The exam takes about 15 minutes in its entirety to complete.

This exam is for patients that are at high risk for lung cancer. Patients at high risk possess the following characteristics and should consult their physician.

• 60 years old or older with a 10 pack/year smoking history
• 50-60 years old with a 20-30 pack/year smoking history
• Asbestos exposure or obstructive airway disease

Ask your physician for a CT lung screening referral. 

Is a CT Lung Screening Covered by Insurance?
Unless an illness is already suspected, few insurers will pay for the screening. Patients wishing to get the CT Lung Screening should expect to pay out of pocket at the time of service.
CT LUNG SCREENING COST: $300