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Insurance Gains
Most private insurance companies cover the same indications that Medicare covers. Some private insurance companies may cover additional indications.
In either case, it is prudent to check with your insurance company prior to having a PET scan.
| Major PET Applications covered by Medicare |
Estimated New Cases in 2005
(U.S.) |
| Breast Cancer |
212, 930 |
| Lung Cancers/SPN |
172, 570 |
| Colorectal Cancer |
145, 290 |
| Lymphoma |
63, 740 |
| Melanoma |
59, 580 |
| Thyroid |
25, 600 |
| Cervical Cancer |
10, 370 |
| Esophageal Cancer |
14, 520 |
| Head & Neck Cancers |
38, 250 |
| Total New Cases: |
742, 850 |
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