Calcium Score Testing Education & Awareness Program

Primary Goal

Increase public awareness and understanding of calcium score testing as a preventive measure for cardiovascular health in compliance with HB666, Maryland Medical Assistance Program and Health Insurance – Required Coverage for Calcium Score Testing.

Specific Objectives

• Increase knowledge about calcium score testing by 50%among target populations within one year
• Improve identification of at-risk individuals who could benefit from calcium score testing
• Enhance healthcare provider competency in discussing and recommending calcium score testing
• Boost calcium score test utilization rates by 30% in participating healthcare facilities

Health Outcomes

Contribute to earlier detection of coronary artery disease in the state of Maryland, leading to timely interventions and reduced cardiovascular events.

Our program’s foundation is built on the understanding that despite calcium score testings proven efficacy as a risk stratification tool for coronary artery disease, public awareness remains limited. By establishing these clear,measurable objectives, we create a framework for both implementation and evaluation.

The primary goal encompasses not just awareness but comprehension of how calcium scoring works, what the results mean, and how they can inform preventive healthcare decisions.

These goals align with HB666, and broader public health initiatives focused on reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease through early intervention and prevention. By framing our objectives within this larger context, we position our program to compliment existing healthcare strategies while providing specific value through targeted education on this underutilized diagnostic tool.