[PODCAST] Ep 24: Improving Lung Cancer Care

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Every year, more people die of lung cancer than from breast, prostate, and colon cancers combined—and outcomes are worse for minorities and the socioeconomically disadvantaged. On this episode of CANCER BUZZ, learn how two cancer programs used a unique quality improvement model to improve care for lung cancer patients who are uninsured or on Medicaid.

Guests:

• Amy Ellis, Director, Quality and Value Based Care, Northwest Medical Specialties PLLC

• Wendi Waugh, BS, RT(R)(T), CMD, CTR, Administrative Director of Cancer Services & Community Health and Wellness, Southern Ohio Medical Center

Related Content:

• Care Coordination Model
• Improving Care Coordination: A Model for Lung Cancer
• Key Statistics for Lung Cancer, American Cancer Society
• Improving Care Coordination Project Resources
• Environmental Scan: Optimal Care Coordination Model for Lung Cancer Patients on Medicaid