Are Cancer Centers Screening for Transportation Insecurity?

  • Date: 02/22/2023

Transportation is a major challenge for patients with cancer, many of whom must frequently commute to cancer facilities for treatment. But new research suggests that many elite cancer centers may not be adequately screening patients for transportation insecurity.

A recent survey, which included responses from 25 National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) institutions, found that 96% implemented processes to support patients' transportation needs, but only 33% routinely screened patients to identify these needs.

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