Colonoscopy for Seniors
Most preventable cancer.
Medicare covers
Free colonoscopy every 10 years. Or every 4 years if high risk.
Cologuard
FREE Medicare. Stool test mailed home. Less invasive.
FIT test
FREE annual. Stool test at home. Mailed.
When to stop
Most stop at 75. Doctor decides. Health more important than calendar.
Best time
50-75 most beneficial. Polyps found and removed = 90% cancer prevention.
Prep app
Sutab, Plenvu newer prep. App reminds steps. Easier than older preps.
Quick Tip: Cologuard if you can't do prep. Same screening benefit.