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HR 6178119th CongressIn Committee
Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act
Introduced: Nov 20, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14] (D-Florida)
Standard Summary
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The Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act expands Medicaid coverage to include annual lung‑cancer screening with no cost sharing for eligible individuals, broadens coverage for tobacco‑cessation counseling and medication, and requires education outreach and reporting on screening demographics.
Key Points
- 1Adds annual lung‑cancer screening to Medicaid benefit list with no cost sharing for guideline‑recommended patients.
- 2Expands coverage for counseling and pharmacotherapy for tobacco cessation to all Medicaid individuals.
- 3Mandates education and outreach campaigns targeting high‑risk populations.
- 4Authorizes $10 million for outreach over fiscal years 2026‑2030.
- 5Requires a federal report within one year on screening demographics and gaps.
Impact Areas
Medicaid beneficiaries eligible for lung‑cancer screeningState Medicaid plans and managed‑care organizationsHealthcare providers offering preventive servicesPublic health agencies and CMSPatients at risk for lung cancer and tobacco users
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