Utilizing Multiple Strategies to Advance Equitable Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening: Implications of Varying Eligibility Criteria by Race and Ethnicity

Abstract

In 2013, lung cancer screening (lung screening) was recommended for high-risk individuals. The annual rate of lung screening has risen slowly, particularly among Black individuals. In part, this racial disparity resulted in expanded 2021 screening criteria. Methods: Survey data were used to: 1) describe the number of people screened in 2019, 2) compare the percent eligible for lung screening using the 2013 versus the 2021 guidelines, and 3) determine the percent eligible using more detailed criteria. Results: Lung screening rates increased in 2019, and the 2021 criteria will result in more individuals eligible for screening. Using additional criteria may identify more individuals eligible for lung screening. Conclusions: This presentation will discuss ways to include more individuals who may benefit from lung screening and other strategies that can improve screening rates in an equitable manner