https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/930204
Two new studies show potential out-of-pocket costs for tests in patients after initial screening for lung and cervical cancer
Peer-Reviewed Publication
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan
Eleven years ago this month, the scans and exams that hold the most power to spot the early signs of cancer became available for free to many American adults.
Now, two new studies show that when those screening tests reveal potentially troubling signs, patients could face hundreds of dollars in costs for follow-up tests.
The studies, by teams from the University of Michigan and Duke University, could inform efforts to ensure that patients follow up on abnormal test results and don’t delay care due to cost. Such delays could lead to cancer going undiagnosed and progressing, potentially leading to worse patient outcomes and high medical costs.
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