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Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women is affiliated with Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program of New Orleans, LA.

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women provides mammograms in Louisiana. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women directly by calling (337) 480-7444.

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women

FAQs

Is this a participating center for Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program?

Yes.

What is the mission of the Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program?

To prevent unnecessary disease, disability, and premature death by providing quality breast and cervical cancer screenings at NO COST to uninsured and underinsured, lower-income women in Louisiana.

Who are qualified for the services?

Eligible women are those that meet age, income and insurance status guidelines.

What if a woman participate in any program that provides these same services?

She is not eligible especially if she has a Family Planning in a parish health unit.

Who determines a patient's eligibility for participation in LBCHP?

The screening provider.

Who should be contact if patient is experiencing any breast or cervical symptoms?

Contact one of our providers, as this may help you qualify.

What is the age eligibility requirement for cervical cancer screenings?

Women must be between 21 and 64 years of age.

What is the age eligibility requirement for breast cancer screenings?

Women must be between 40 and 64 years old.

Who are to be referred for a diagnostic mammogram?

A woman who by virtue of symptoms or physical findings, regardless of age, is considered to have a substantial likelihood of having breast disease.

What is the income restriction?

The participant's household income must be at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Does the Federal Poverty Level and the LBCHP's maximum allowable income are adjusted annually?

Yes.

How can I get more information?

Call (888) 599-1073.

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Sofia Maduro
Sofia Maduro
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