Has anyone tried the ArteraAI test?

Posted by jcultra @jcultra, Jul 2 10:35pm

Today I ran across a new test, developed using artificial intelligence, that gives data on chances of metastasis after radiation with and without short term ADT.
Has anyone have experience with the ArteraAI test?
I’ve met with two urologists and one radiation oncologist and no one has mentioned it.

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chamblee54 | @chamblee54 | Jul 8 7:02pm

In reply to @edpenney "Curious: What is the cost of the test? Does Medicare cover it? What is the turnaround..." + (show)

I was told that Medicare will most likely not pay for it and that I should prepare for a $1400 invoice. I did ok the test due to one core of a 4+3 and yet other markers were lower risk. (Including my Decifer )
I wanted it for treatment decisions - especially regarding that awful ADT and length of
being on those. Turn around time for AI results has increased because so many are now using the test. Hope to get my results maybe in the next two weeks.

gregblue1 | @gregblue1 | Nov 16 4:39pm

Had an Artera run in September. Quick response. Medicare/Supplement paid for it.
Interesting analysis - indicated I would not benefit by adding ADT to my IMRT treatment. I"m excited but my Medical Oncologist is not. Wants to add ADT despite the report. I don't agree.
What am I missing?
Thoughts?

chamblee54 | @chamblee54 | Nov 16 5:36pm

In reply to @chamblee54 "After receiving my Decifer test results, my RO suggested this AI test. It’s fairly new -..." + (show)

The AI test showed low risk and my Dr reduced my ADT treatment from 6 to 4 months.

handera | @handera | Nov 16 5:40pm

In reply to @chamblee54 "I was told that Medicare will most likely not pay for it and that I should..." + (show)

The ArteraAI Prostate Test is covered by Medicare, with a payment rate set at $700, effective January 1, 2024.

For patients covered under Medicare Plan B, there are no out-of-pocket costs for obtaining this test
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/artera-launches-ai-test-decision-making-prostate-cancer-2024a1000ef1

bens1 | @bens1 | Nov 17 12:30pm

I asked AI in copilot to compare the Decipher test to the ArteraAI test and here is what they said, for better or worse:

Both tests are highly accurate in their respective domains. ArteraAI excels in predicting the benefit of hormone therapy and long-term outcomes, while Decipher is particularly strong in identifying aggressive cancer and guiding treatment decisions based on genetic markers.

daveinflorida | @daveinflorida | Nov 18 8:46am

I met with a RO 2 weeks ago and he thought I was right on the cusp whether I should have ADT or not, so he ordered the Artera test. I meet with him again Friday and should get results.

An interesting aspect is that I had just gotten home from the appointment when I got a call from Artera about payment. I was told my insurance would't cover it all and if they billed the insurance company they would bill $1,400 and my cost, after discounts, would be more than if I just paid for the test myself - which would be $250. Seems like a scam on the insurance but I gladly paid the $250.

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Nov 24 7:25pm

In reply to @gregblue1 "Had an Artera run in September. Quick response. Medicare/Supplement paid for it. Interesting analysis - indicated..." + (show)

@gregblue1, sounds like you have questions for your medical oncologist in order to make a final decision. Did your oncologist explain why they believe you would benefit from ADT despite the report indicating otherwise? Are you on the cusp of benefit? Might a shorter course of ADT like @chamblee54 was offered be an option for you?