Cancer Services Program (CSP) Overview: Improving Cancer Screening for Disadvantaged New Yorkers
The Cancer Services Program (CSP) aims to enhance cancer screening among New Yorkers at higher risk, including uninsured individuals facing financial barriers and underserved populations with limited access to healthcare. Eligibility criteria focus on age, insurance status, income, and screening history. The program targets men and women aged 40 and above, emphasizing the importance of timely screenings to detect cancer early for better treatment outcomes. Additionally, underserved individuals with characteristics like low income, limited education, and language skills, as well as recent immigrants, are highlighted for support. The impact of COVID-19 on cancer screening is addressed, stressing the importance of continuing screenings for early cancer detection. Contact Program Manager Suzanne Hagadorn for more information.
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Cancer Services Program (CSP) Overview Cancer Services Program Mission Improve cancer screening among those New Yorkers disproportionately burdened by the increased risk of cancer.
Who are the CSP Eligible Population? Who are the CSP Priority Populations? Men ages 50 and older New York State resident Uninsured Has health insurance with a cost share that may prevent a person from obtaining screening and/or diagnostic services *Co-Pay, High Deductible Meets income eligibility requirements *At or below 250% of FPG Meets age requirements *40+ for women, 50+ for men to age 64 for both Women ages 50 and older Women ages 40 and older rarely or never screened for cervical cancer Men and women who are medically unserved or underserved
Possible Characteristics of the Underserved Not engaged in healthcare Low income Low education Recent or undocumented immigrant Limited English skills
COVID-19 and Cancer Screening Many people put off cancer screening because of the COVID-19 pandemic Medical offices and hospitals follow COVID-19 safety guidelines Cancer screening can save lives, so it is important to stay up to date with cancer screening Screening can be done safely
Thank you! Suzanne Hagadorn, Program Manager Cancer Services Program of Fulton, Montgomery & Schenectady Counties (518) 770-6814 hagadorns@ascension.org
