Table 2.
Projected Performance by Race and Ethnicity of USPSTF LCS Entry Criteria in the NHIS: U.S. Population Who Ever Smoked, Ages 50–80 Years
| Race and Ethnicity Percentages (NHIS 2015, N = 44 Million) | Eligible* (%) | Preventable Deaths (%) | Life-Years Gained (%) | NNS (Effectiveness) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 USPSTF guidelines | ||||
| White (80%) | 20 | 55 | 48 | 195 |
| African American (9.8%) | 13 | 40 | 33 | 135 |
| Asian American (2.8%) | 14 | 39 | 36 | 419 |
| Hispanic American (7.1%) | 9 | 30 | 25 | 325 |
| 2020 USPSTF draft guidelines | ||||
| White (80%) | 36 | 67 | 64 | 282 |
| African American (9.8%) | 27 | 54 | 48 | 202 |
| Asian American (2.8%) | 22 | 48 | 45 | 550 |
| Hispanic American (7.1%) | 19 | 41 | 37 | 501 |
Definition of abbreviations: LCS = lung cancer screening; NHIS = National Health Interview Survey; NNS = number needed to screen to prevent one death; USPSTF = U.S. Preventive Services Taskforce.
Based on data from Reference 35.
*Estimated number of individuals who ever smoked aged 50–80 years in the NHIS 2015 who meet 2013 or 2020 Draft USPSTF criteria for LCS.