National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP)

Specialist Radiology Group & the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP)

We’re proud to be a participating provider in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, delivering high-quality, low-dose CT scans across all our CT-enabled sites.

No Cost for Eligible Patients

All eligible patients are fully bulk billed—no out-of-pocket expenses.

Fast Reporting Turnaround

We provide results within 48 hours, giving referrers timely access to reports for efficient patient management.

Expert Radiology Team

Your scans are reported by our specially trained radiologists, ensuring consistent, accurate, and high-quality insights to support clinical care.

Prioritising Patient Safety

We work closely with our health partners using advanced dose software and AI to achieve the lowest possible radiation exposure without compromising image quality—your safety is our priority.

Compassionate Care

We understand the challenges faced by individuals with a history of smoking. Our team is committed to providing empathetic, non-judgmental support throughout the screening process.

Referral Support (for clinicians)

Support Your Patients with Early Detection

We’re making the referral and imaging process more efficient to support improved patient outcomes. As a participant in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP), we’ve simplified the referral steps, making it easier for you to identify and enroll your patients.

Why refer your patients to Specialist Radiology Group?

Early detection of lung cancer can dramatically improve outcomes. You decide who is eligible, we will take care of the rest until the patient returns with the structured report.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria:
Patients aged between 50–70 years, and

  • Show no signs or symptoms suggesting they may have lung cancer (that is, they are asymptomatic), and

  • Currently smoke or have quit smoking in the past 10 years, and

  • Have a history of tobacco cigarette smoking of at least 30 pack-years.

Streamlined Referrals

Use any Specialist Radiology Group referral form and request for a Low-Dose CT Lung Scan

  • We accept all referrals
  • Clearly indicate “National Lung Cancer Screening”
  • A structure report which includes risk category for management will be sent directly to you within 48 hours

Get in Touch With Us

We’re available during opening hours via email, telephone and via our online booking platform, which is open 24/7.