Colonoscopy is the gold standard, as it’s the best screening for finding precancerous polyps and the only test that detects and prevents cancer by removing polyps before they can turn into cancer.
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Protect Access to Colorectal Cancer Screening (Infographic)
Plaintiffs in Kennedy v. Braidwood, pending in the Supreme Court, are challenging existing law that insurers cover important cancer screening tests and procedures such as colonoscopy. This case could eliminate access to life-saving colorectal cancer screening coverage for millions of Americans and drive up colorectal cancer treatment costs.
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Tell Congress: Support MPFS Reform to Protect Patient Access
Every year, Congress is forced to try and mitigate significant Medicare cuts to physician reimbursement. Tell your Member of Congress that the system must be fundamentally reformed to tie Medicare reimbursement to increasing practice costs by linking Medicare reimbursement to the Medicare Economic Index (MEI).
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Tell Congress: Support Site Neutral Payment Policies
Implementing site neutrality improves healthcare cost control, access to care, and affordability for patients. Congress must equalize payment rates for colorectal cancer screenings between the hospital outpatient department and ambulatory surgery center settings.
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Dr. Tom Whitlock
Digestive Health Partners Asheville, NC As part of Digestive Health Partners in Asheville, Dr. Tom Whitlock’s professional interests focus on general gastroenterology, capsule endoscopy, and quality improvement. Currently a Clinical Assistant Professor for the UNC School of Medicine, Dr. Whitlock has also served in multiple administrative and educational capacities, including Course Director for UNC Chapel […]
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