American Cancer Society Offers Training and Credentialing for Patient Navigators

The American Cancer Society has launched Leadership in Oncology Navigation (ACS LION^TM), a standardized training and credentialing program for patient navigators who deliver essential nonclinical support.

ACS LION meets the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) training requirements for "Principal Illness Navigation" reimbursement, as introduced in the 2024 CMS Physician Fee Schedule, and is aligned to professional oncology navigation (PONT) standards. Details about the program and course modules are available on the ACS LION web page.

In addition to training and credentialing, the American Cancer Society is supporting oncology providers with information and resources to help build effective and efficient professional navigation services. A new series of webinars reviews the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of patient navigation.

• Medicare PIN Reimbursement–An ACS LION Learning Session

Pre-recorded webinar available now for viewing

• ACS LION Training and Credentialing Program Orientation

January 12, 12 pm ET

• Building Sustainable Patient Navigation–An ACS LION Learning Session

January 23, 12:30 ET

Register for access to recorded and live webinars at acslion.windrosemedia.com