Advanced Lung Screening

See What May Be Developing in Your Lungs — Before Symptoms Appear

Low-dose CT lung screening uses advanced CT imaging with a reduced radiation dose to look for small lung abnormalities that may represent early lung cancer. For people who meet screening criteria, annual low-dose CT is the recommended method of lung cancer screening.
No IV contrast. No injections. A fast, non-invasive scan in Midtown Manhattan, interpreted by a board-certified radiologist.

See If You Qualify

Schedule Your Screening

Eligibility Review & Order Coordination: Lung screening is recommended based on age and smoking history. You do not need to arrive with an order in hand — our clinical team can review your history and coordinate the required clinical review and imaging order when screening is appropriate.

Low-Dose Technology

Specialized CT protocols create detailed images of the lungs while using substantially less radiation than a conventional diagnostic chest CT.

Fast, Non-Invasive Scan

The examination is quick, painless, and requires no injections or invasive procedures.

No Contrast Required

Routine low-dose CT lung cancer screening is performed without IV contrast.

Expert Radiologist Review

Your images are interpreted by a board-certified radiologist, with results typically available within 24–48 hours.

Why Lung Screening Matters

Lung Cancer Can Develop Before You Notice Symptoms

Early lung cancer may not cause noticeable symptoms. Low-dose CT screening is designed to look for small abnormalities in the lungs before symptoms develop in people who are at increased risk.

Detect Small Lung Nodules

CT can reveal small pulmonary nodules and abnormalities that require monitoring or additional evaluation.

Detailed Cross-Sectional Imaging

CT provides detailed views throughout the lungs rather than a single projection image like a standard chest X-ray.

Screening Before Symptoms

For eligible high-risk adults, screening is designed to identify suspicious findings before symptoms of lung cancer develop.

Low-dose CT — not chest X-ray — is the recommended screening test for people who meet established lung cancer screening criteria.

Do You Qualify

You May Qualify If

Current USPSTF guidance recommends annual low-dose CT screening for adults ages 50–80 who have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history and currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years.

Age

50–80 years old

Screening recommendations are based on age together with smoking history.

Smoking History

20+ pack-years

Roughly one pack per day for 20 years — or an equivalent combination.

Smoking Status

Current, or quit within 15 years

Under USPSTF screening criteria. Other guidelines apply the quit-time cutoff differently.

Current Symptoms

Screening is for people without symptoms

Patients with symptoms suggestive of lung cancer may require a diagnostic evaluation instead.

Not sure whether you qualify? Our clinical team can review your history and help determine the appropriate next step. If you don't know your pack-year history, we can help you calculate it during your eligibility review.

Some symptoms need a diagnostic workup, not a screening scan. A persistent cough, coughing up blood, unexplained weight loss, chest pain, or shortness of breath should be evaluated by a physician — contact your provider, urgent care, or emergency services rather than booking a screening exam.

Check Your Eligibility

Understanding Your Risk

What Is a Pack-Year?

A pack-year is a way of estimating lifetime cigarette exposure — approximately one pack of cigarettes per day for one year. These all add up to the same total:

1 pack per day × 20 years

20 Pack-Years

2 packs per day × 10 years

20 Pack-Years

½ pack per day × 40 years

20 Pack-Years

Smoking history and age are the major factors used to determine eligibility. The USPSTF currently recommends annual LDCT for adults ages 50–80 with at least a 20 pack-year history who currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years.

Low-Dose Lung CT Screening

A Closer Look at Your Lungs

Low-dose CT creates detailed cross-sectional images that allow radiologists to evaluate the lungs for nodules and other abnormalities that may require additional evaluation. Unlike a standard chest X-ray, CT provides detailed three-dimensional information through a series of cross-sectional images.

Annual Screening Examination

Low-Dose CT Lung Screening

From $399

A reduced-dose CT examination of the chest for adults who meet lung cancer screening criteria.

What's included

Advanced low-dose CT imaging
No IV contrast required
Evaluation for lung nodules and other lung abnormalities
Fast, non-invasive examination
Board-certified radiologist interpretation
Results typically available within 24–48 hours
Clinical review and order coordination
Convenient Manhattan location

Request My Eligibility Review

Low-dose CT is the recommended screening method for eligible people at increased risk of lung cancer. A diagnostic chest CT — ordered when symptoms or a known finding need evaluation — uses different imaging parameters and is priced separately.

What Your Scan Can Show

A Detailed Look Inside Your Lungs

A low-dose CT examination allows your radiologist to evaluate for findings such as:

Lung Nodules

Small areas of abnormal tissue within the lungs that may require monitoring or additional evaluation.

Suspicious Lung Abnormalities

Certain shapes, densities, or changes within lung tissue may require closer assessment.

Changes Over Time

When previous CT examinations are available, comparison can help radiologists evaluate whether a finding is stable or has changed.

Other Visible Chest Findings

CT may also identify findings outside the lungs that could require additional clinical evaluation.

Finding a lung nodule does not automatically mean cancer. Many lung nodules are benign. Follow-up recommendations depend on characteristics such as size, appearance, and changes over time.

Your Visit, in Order

Simple Screening. Clear Process.

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Eligibility Review

Our clinical team reviews your age, smoking history, relevant medical history, and reason for screening.

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Clinical & Order Coordination

If you meet appropriate screening criteria, our team helps coordinate the required clinical review and imaging order before your appointment.

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Low-Dose CT Scan

You'll lie on the CT table while the scanner captures detailed images of your lungs. Routine screening does not require IV contrast.

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Radiologist Interpretation

A board-certified radiologist reviews your CT examination and prepares your report.

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Results & Next Steps

Your results are provided following interpretation. If a finding requires monitoring or additional evaluation, the report will include appropriate recommendations.

Day of Your Scan

Wear comfortable clothing

Remove metal objects from the chest area when requested

Bring prior chest CT images or reports if available

Bring a list of relevant medical history and medications

Arrive at the requested appointment time

Before You Arrive

Be prepared to discuss your smoking history

Know approximately how many years you smoked

Know approximately how many packs per day you smoked

Tell our team about prior lung conditions or cancer history

Let us know if you are experiencing new or concerning symptoms

Routine low-dose lung cancer screening generally does not require fasting or IV contrast.

Why Choose CPAI

Advanced Lung Screening in the Heart of Manhattan

Advanced CT Technology

Modern CT technology and optimized low-dose protocols provide detailed imaging while minimizing radiation exposure consistent with the screening examination.

Board-Certified Radiologists

Your scan is reviewed by experienced radiologists trained in advanced diagnostic imaging.

Fast Appointments

Avoid unnecessary delays with convenient scheduling and direct access to our imaging team.

Transparent Self-Pay Pricing

Know the cost of your screening before your appointment, without surprise billing.

Premium Concierge Support

Our team assists with eligibility review, scheduling, clinical coordination, preparation, and results.

Prime Manhattan Location

Conveniently located at 110 East 60th Street, at 60th & Park in Manhattan.

Responsible Imaging

Screening Has Real Benefits — and Real Trade-Offs

CT uses ionizing radiation. Low-dose CT screening uses a reduced-dose protocol compared with a conventional diagnostic CT examination, and screening is recommended for appropriately selected patients where the potential benefit outweighs the risks. Screening can also identify findings that turn out to be benign but require follow-up imaging. That is why eligibility review comes first — and why, when your results call for additional evaluation, we provide clear, documented next steps.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should get a low-dose CT lung screening?

The USPSTF currently recommends annual low-dose CT screening for adults ages 50–80 who have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history and currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years. Other professional organizations may use somewhat different eligibility criteria, so individual screening decisions should be reviewed clinically.

What is a pack-year?

A pack-year represents smoking approximately one pack of cigarettes per day for one year. For example: 1 pack per day for 20 years, 2 packs per day for 10 years, or ½ pack per day for 40 years all equal 20 pack-years.

Is low-dose CT the same as a regular chest CT?

No. A lung screening CT uses a specialized low-dose protocol intended for screening eligible individuals. A diagnostic chest CT may use different imaging parameters and may sometimes require IV contrast depending on the clinical reason for the examination.

Does low-dose CT require contrast?

Routine low-dose CT lung cancer screening is generally performed without IV contrast.

How long does the scan take?

The actual image acquisition is very fast. Your complete visit will take longer to allow for check-in, positioning, and any necessary clinical review.

Is low-dose CT better than a chest X-ray for lung cancer screening?

For eligible high-risk adults, low-dose CT is the recommended lung cancer screening examination. Chest X-ray is not recommended as a substitute for LDCT screening.

Can I book just one screening instead of a full package?

Yes. Each component can be scheduled individually when that's what your pediatrician recommends. Contact our team and we'll help coordinate the right examination.

What happens if something is found?

You and your pediatrician receive the written report along with clear, documented follow-up guidance, and we help coordinate any recommended next step — whether that's watchful follow-up, additional imaging, or the appropriate pediatric specialist. For example, early hip findings in infants may be managed non-surgically.

What happens if a lung nodule is found?

A lung nodule does not necessarily mean cancer. Many nodules are benign. Your radiologist evaluates characteristics including the nodule's size, appearance, location, and comparison with previous imaging. Depending on the finding, additional CT follow-up or further evaluation may be recommended.

What if I have symptoms?

Low-dose lung cancer screening is intended for people without symptoms who meet screening eligibility criteria. If you are experiencing symptoms such as persistent cough, coughing up blood, unexplained weight loss, or other concerning symptoms, you may need a diagnostic evaluation rather than a screening CT. Our clinical team can help determine the appropriate imaging pathway.

How often should I have lung screening?

Under USPSTF recommendations, eligible adults are screened annually while they continue to meet screening criteria.

What if I quit smoking more than 15 years ago?

The USPSTF recommendation uses a 15-year cutoff, but the American Cancer Society's current guideline recommends annual LDCT for people ages 50–80 with at least a 20 pack-year history who currently or formerly smoked, and does not use the same 15-year quit-time cutoff. Screening eligibility should therefore be reviewed based on your individual history and the guideline being followed.

Do I need an imaging order?

Our clinical team reviews your information and coordinates the appropriate order and screening process before imaging when necessary. You do not need to arrive with an order already in hand to contact CPAI and begin the eligibility process.

Is there radiation exposure?

Yes. CT uses ionizing radiation. Low-dose CT screening uses a reduced-dose protocol compared with a conventional diagnostic CT examination. Screening should therefore be performed for appropriately selected patients where the potential benefit outweighs the risks.

Can someone who has never smoked get this screening?

Routine population-based LDCT lung cancer screening guidelines primarily focus on people with a significant smoking history. Other risk factors may require individualized clinical evaluation rather than automatically qualifying someone for routine screening. Contact our clinical team if you have concerns about your personal lung cancer risk.

Take the Next Step

Don't Wait for Symptoms to Understand Your Lung Health

For people at increased risk, low-dose CT can help identify suspicious lung abnormalities at an earlier stage. Our team can review your history, determine whether lung screening may be appropriate, coordinate the necessary order, and schedule your examination.

Location

Private Suite · 110 E 60th St & Park Ave, Manhattan

Phone

(212) 363-7315

Examination

Low-Dose CT Lung Screening — from $399

Preparation

No fasting · No IV contrast

Results

Board-certified radiologist report, typically within 24–48 hours

Referring Physicians

Orders welcome — reports delivered to your office

See If You Qualify

Transparent self-pay pricing · Board-certified interpretation · Eligibility review by our clinical team

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