National Lung Cancer Screening Program You are here:HomeHealth ProfessionalsDiagnostic ServicesNational Lung Cancer Screening Program Early detection can save lives St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, in partnership with St Vincent’s Private Radiology, is supporting the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP), a national initiative designed to detect lung cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage in people at high risk, before symptoms appear. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia and claimed more than 8,900 lives in 2024. Many cases are diagnosed at a late stage, when treatment options are more limited. Early detection through screening can improve treatment options and health outcomes. Why choose St Vincent's Why choose St Vincent's Eligible participants can access: Bulk-billed low-dose CT scans with no out-of-pocket costs. Fast appointments and minimal wait times. A quick, painless scan. Access to advanced imaging technology designed to detect lung abnormalities while using lower radiation doses than a standard CT scan. A convenient location at St Vincent's Private Hospital Fitzroy. A seamless and coordinated care model. If a scan identifies significant findings, patients have access to streamlined referral pathways for further assessment, investigation and ongoing management through St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. This may include referral to respiratory specialists, multidisciplinary care teams and other specialist services as appropriate. Who may be eligible? Who may be eligible? You may be eligible if you: Are aged 50 to 70 years. Currently smoke or have quit smoking within the last 10 years. Have no signs or symptoms of lung cancer. Have a smoking history of at least 30 pack-years. Speak with your GP or healthcare provider to determine whether lung cancer screening is right for you. What to expect What to expect About the low-dose scan It’s quick and non-invasive – only around 10–15 minutes. Does not require injections or needles. Is performed by experienced imaging professionals using advanced CT technology. Before your scan Bring your National Lung Cancer Screening referral from your doctor or specialist. Let the team know if you have had relevant imaging performed outside St Vincent's. Remove all jewellery. Wear comfortable clothing. Leave valuables at home where possible. Bring your Medicare card, healthcare card and/or insurance details (if applicable). Location St Vincent’s Private Radiology Ground Floor, Tower Building St Vincent’s Private Hospital Fitzroy 59 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy VIC 3065 Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 5.30pm Find out more at St Vincent Private Radiology. Referring clinicians Referring clinicians How to refer you patients for screening Confirm eligibility using the NLCSP criteria. Enrol the patient via the National Cancer Screening Registry (NCSR) Enrolment Form Complete the request form - NLCSP CT Chest Request Form Send the request via: Fax: (03) 9231 1005 Email: svpr@svha.org.au Our team will contact the patient directly to arrange their scan. Walk-ins welcome. Patients will be contacted directly to arrange their appointment. How to refer your patients for high or very high-risk findings All High-risk and Very High-risk category findings in the report require referral to a Respiratory Physician linked to a Lung Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) as per NLCSP guidelines. Lung MDT service available at St Vincent’s Hospital. Fax all referrals (highlighting NLCSP) to: St Vincent’s Specialist Clinics Fax: (03) 9231 3489