Colon screenings

Has anyone heard that African Americans can get a screening colon at age 45 without symptons or high risk. Where can i read about this?

Sep 17th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: Colon screenings

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/awareness-earlier-screening-key-to-reducing-colorectal-cancer-deaths-disparities-for-african-americans-88951442.html

http://www.gastroendonews.com/ViewArticle.aspx?d=Breaking+News&d_id=409&i=April+2012&i_id=831&a_id=20743

http://www.screen4coloncancer.org/

Sep 17th, 2012 - rphelps 615 1

re: Colon screenings

Do we know if any insurance companies will pay for a screening at 45 years old.

Sep 17th, 2012 - nmaguire 2,606

re: Colon screenings

Not sure. If they have a wellness plan, probably

Sep 17th, 2012 - Codapedia Editor 1,399

re: Colon screenings

A lot of plans follow the US Preventive Task Force recommendations. I would definitely get it pre-authorized.