Lung cancer screening tests

If you are (or were) a heavy smoker, you probably worry about lung cancer. A lung cancer screening test could save your life. When caught early, survival rates increase dramatically. Northbay Health Heidi Y Campini Cancer Center and Solano Diagnostics Imaging (SDI) offers lung cancer screenings all year long.

What is a lung cancer screening test?

Lung cancer screening tests are done using a painless, low-dose CT scan. Screenings are fast, simple and can detect lung cancer at an early stage when it is more likely to be curable. Your scan will be reviewed by a board-certified radiologist and if cancer or a suspicious finding is detected, our team will review the results and communicate the findings with you and your doctor.

Who should get screened?

Smoking is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer. Individuals between the ages of 50 and 80 years, who have a 20-year-pack history of smoking, and are a current smoker or quit less than 15 years ago are at higher risk for developing lung cancer and should consider a lung cancer screening test.

How much does it cost?

Many insurance companies, including Medicare, will cover the costs of screening if the patient meets high-risk criteria.

Need more information?

Ask your doctor or call us to learn about low-dose CT screening. It's quick and painless.

Northbay Health Heidi Y Campini Cancer Center 2024 Annual Report