Baxter County Health Unit - Mt. Home
Baxter County Health Unit - Mt. Home
Baxter County Health Unit - Mt. Home provides mammograms in Arkansas. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Baxter County Health Unit - Mt. Home directly by calling (870) 425-3072.
FAQs
Is Baxter County Health Unit - Mt. Home a participating provider for The BreastCare Program, for free mammograms?
Yes, it is.
Is BreastCare a program for Arkansas women funded with federal and state funds?
Yes, You may be able to get free cancer screenings and/or diagnostic (follow-up) tests.
Is BreastCare provides breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services for eligible Arkansas women?
Yes,
What are the services
Services are as follows: Mammograms, Clinical breast exams, pelvic exams and Pap tests, Follow-up testing, if needed.
Who is eligible for this program?
Women who live in Arkansas, are 21 to 64 years old and need cervical cancer services, are 40 to 64 years old and need breast cancer services, are under 40 years old with breast symptoms, have a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, do not have health insurance (including Medicaid or Medicare), have insurance, need diagnostic tests AND meet criteria for the financial barrier.
Is getting screened for cancer increases the chance to detect the disease early?
- Yes, when it is most likely to be curable.
- The American Cancer Society maintains screening recommendations and guidelines for early detection of cancer.
Do I need a Dr's referral for a free mammogram?
Do I need to make an appointment to be seen?
Do I need to be a resident of this county to get a free mammogram?
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