Improving Lung Cancer Screening Adherence by Overcoming Barriers for Vulnerable Populations

Improving Lung Cancer Screening Barriers for Vulnerable Populations

This study investigates multi-level barriers to lung cancer screening uptake and adherence to lung cancer screening. Identifying cost- and convenience-related barriers to lung cancer screening may help researchers develop targeted strategies to facilitate screening adherence specifically among vulnerable populations.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patients referred to the Jefferson LCSP and eligible for lung cancer screening by our standard criteria (United States Preventive Services Task Force, Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services, and/or National Comprehensive Cancer Network group II guidelines) will be eligible for inclusion in the study
• Additionally, individuals must provide a signed and dated informed consent form to participate in the survey portion of this study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Non-English-speaking individuals
• Individuals who lack consent capacity