Colorectal Cancer Screening Project | 2023-12

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Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is an organization dedicated to advocacy, policy change, and research to combat cancer. They emphasize the importance of amplifying the voices of advocates to make a difference. They provide funding and technical assistance to support grassroots activities and coalition-building at the state level.<br /><br />Fight CRC's Catalyst Program aims to increase access and reduce barriers to colorectal cancer screening. Their goals include removing patient cost-sharing for follow-up colonoscopies and ensuring coverage for insured populations aged 45-49. They have made progress in various areas, with Medicare loophole legislation being signed into law and CMS finalizing rules on follow-up colonoscopy.<br /><br />They also highlight the importance of state and federal advocacy efforts. They provide resources for physicians and patients in Indiana and mention the Braidwood v. Becerra case, where part of the Affordable Care Act's requirement for no-cost preventive services is at risk.<br /><br />Additionally, Fight CRC supports the CDC Colorectal Cancer Control Program, which aims to increase screening rates among underserved communities. This program has operated in 35 programs across 32 states and has shown success in increasing screening rates.<br /><br />Fight CRC expresses gratitude and provides contact information for further inquiries. They can be reached at molly@fightcrc.org and more information can be found on their website, www.fightcrc.org.

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Molly McDonnell

Keywords

Fight Colorectal Cancer

advocacy

policy change

research

colorectal cancer screening

patient cost-sharing

Medicare loophole legislation

CMS rules

state advocacy efforts

CDC Colorectal Cancer Control Program