The Cancer Free Florida Webinar Series - Developments in Lung Cancer: Screening Guidelines, Payments and the Role of Patient Navigators

The Florida Department of Health Presents

The Cancer Free Florida Webinar Series

Developments in Lung Cancer: Screening Guidelines, Payments and the Role of Patient Navigators

In recognition of National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, this webinar will highlight efforts to reduce the burden of lung cancer utilizing the new screening guidelines. Lung cancer is the third most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Early-stage diagnosis of lung cancer has a better prognosis and can be treated more effectively. This webinar will highlight effective practices leading to earlier diagnosis.

Learning objectives

• Discuss the US Preventive Services Task Force recommendations for lung cancer screening released in December 2013 and their effect on treatment and access to care
• Discuss the current status of coverage for lung cancer screening, including private insurance and Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services
• Identify how community programs, services and health navigators can support lung cancer screening programs, treatment programs and healthcare professionals

Intended Audience: Health Care Navigators and Professionals, Community Health Workers, Administrators and Interested Stakeholders

This webinar and teleconference is hosted by The Florida Department of Health, Cancer Program

Wednesday, November 05, 2014

12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time

Featured speakers:

Amy Copeland, MPH

Director of Medical Outreach, Lung Cancer Alliance

and

Matthew Schabath, PhD

Assistant Member, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute

One hour of continuing education units (CEUs) is available in all Children's Medical Services approved boards of practice including: Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Psychology and Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.

To join the online meeting

Please register for the webinar use the following link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/993055074804678146

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.