Introduction:The purpose of this study was to characterize the availability of high-resolution anoscopy (HRA) services in the United States using Medicare claims data. Methods:Data were from 2013-2021 Provider Utilization and Payment Data provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. We identified three CPT codes (46600, 46601, 46607) associated with HRA procedures, achieving a […]
Needs and Opportunities for Anal Cancer Prevention for PrEP Patients: A Conceptual Model
Introduction: Populations at risk for HIV infection—including gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBM) and transgender/gender diverse people (TGD)—are at disproportionate risk for anal cancer. Most anal cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) and are preventable with HPV vaccination and screening. Engaging at-risk populations who are already receiving HIV preventive […]
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A paradigm shift for cancer equity
For Pride Month, I’m advocating for equity in cancer care! In my latest commentary, I’m calling for a paradigm shift that prioritizes the sexual rehabilitation of cancer patients, especially gay and bisexual men, whose sexual health needs are often overlooked. Read my commentary in JAMA Oncology and join the conversation on making cancer care more […]
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