Free and Low Cost Mammograms Near You
  • Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday closed
  • Sunday closed

Ochsner Health Center Tangipahoa is affiliated with Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program of New Orleans, LA.

Ochsner Health Center Tangipahoa

Ochsner Health Center Tangipahoa provides mammograms in Louisiana. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Ochsner Health Center Tangipahoa directly by calling (985) 543-3616.

Ochsner Health Center Tangipahoa

FAQs

What program do they participate in?

They are a participating Center for the Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program.

What is their mission?

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

What are the program eligibility?

  • Eligible women are those that meet age, income and insurance status guidelines.
  • In addition, a woman must not participate in any program that provides these same services, such as Family Planning in a parish health unit.

Are there age restrictions?

  • Yes, women must be between 21 and 64 years of age to qualify for cervical cancer screenings.
  • For breast cancer screenings, women must be between 40 and 64 years old.
  • However, a woman who by virtue of symptoms or physical findings, regardless of age, is considered to have a substantial likelihood of having breast disease is to be referred for a diagnostic mammogram.

Are there income restrictions?

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

How can I get more information on the qualifications?

To find out if you qualify for a free or low-cost mammogram and Pap test and where to get screened, call (888) 599-1073.

Do I need a Dr's referral for a free mammogram?

  • No
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Do I need to make an appointment to be seen?

  • Yes
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Do I need to be a resident of this county to get a free mammogram?

  • Yes
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Sofia Maduro
Sofia Maduro
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