Proton therapy is a targeted and precise cancer treatment option that results in fewer side effects for patients and higher quality of life during treatment and throughout survivorship.
Patient Stories
The FDA approved proton therapy for the treatment of cancer in 1988, and 900+ clinical studies have been published demonstrating the efficacy of proton therapy.
How it works
Access to proton therapy is expanding across the U.S. There are now 43 proton therapy centers operating across the nation, with more in development.
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Access to proton therapy is expanding across the U.S. and the technology is widely embraced internationally. While access to proton therapy is currently more limited than conventional radiation therapy in many areas of the U.S., there are now 43 proton therapy centers operating across the nation, with more in development.
A JOURNEY WITHOUT BARRIERS
Proton therapy is a proven treatment that must be made available to patients who need it most. Unfortunately, many payers are slow to accept research that supports the use of higher-reimbursed treatments. It is also difficult to get insurance approval for patients enrolled in clinical studies to further demonstrate treatment efficacy. Resistance from payers slows research and thwarts advances in treatment. This leads to reduced patient access to the most advanced treatments.
INNOVATIVE TREATMENT
The nation’s top NCI-designated and NCCN Comprehensive Cancer Centers value the use of proton therapy and participate in multi-institutional research efforts demonstrating that this treatment improves outcomes for patients. As a result, more than 900 publications have validated the efficacy of proton therapy – showing lower tumor recurrence rates, higher survival rates, fewer short-term and late toxicities, and better preservation of patient quality-of-life both during and after treatment.
Proton therapy should be available to the patients who need it most. To ensure that proton therapy is affordable and available in communities across the country, NAPT and its members are committed to raising awareness about the benefits of proton therapy among the nation’s policymakers, insurers, caregivers and patients.
Our singular goal: Increasing access to this life-saving, life-changing cancer treatment.
Members of NAPT gain access to a wealth of valuable benefits and resources to drive advancements in the field. Together, we strive to revolutionize the healthcare landscape and improve patient outcomes through the power of collaboration and innovation to enhance patient access to cutting-edge proton therapy.
Being part of NAPT grants members access to a wealth of resources and information, including research, best practices, industry trends, and educational materials. These valuable insights can help members stay up-to-date with the latest developments and enhance their expertise.
NAPT membership provides a platform for practitioners and technology partners to connect, collaborate, and build relationships. Engaging with patient-focused individuals and businesses can lead to valuable partnerships and opportunities for critical knowledge exchange.
NAPT represents members on a broad scale, advocating for favorable policies, regulations, and initiatives that benefit the entire field of proton therapy. By joining forces with others in the field, members gain a stronger voice and influence in shaping the future of cancer care.
