Medicaid Managed Care Strategies for Increasing Cancer Screening Rates

This brief highlights key state actions to increase cancer screening for adults covered by Medicaid and improving health outcomes. Preventive screenings to detect colorectal cancer (CRC) and lung cancer can make the difference between life and death. For applicable Medicaid enrollees over the age of 50, preventive screening for CRC and lung cancer should be readily available as timely detection and treatment is essential for better outcomes.