Perquimans County Health Department
Perquimans County Health Department
Perquimans County Health Department provides mammograms in North Carolina. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Perquimans County Health Department directly by calling (252) 426-2100.
FAQs
What program does this clinic participate in?
The North Carolina BCCCP (Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program) and/or Wisewoman Program, for free Mammograms.
What does The North Carolina Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (NC BCCCP) do?
They provide free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings and follow-up to eligible women in North Carolina.
Where are NC BCCCP services offered?
At most local health departments as well as some community health centers, hospitals and private physicians' offices across the state.
How many women does this program assist?
- Each year, NC BCCCP strives to provide services to over 12,000 women.
- Approximately 102 local health agencies work in cooperation with physicians, hospitals, and other health care facilities to provide services.
What if I have insurance?
Must be uninsured or underinsured.
Do I qualify if I have Medicare or Medicaid?
Must NOT have Medicare Part B or Medicaid.
Is there an age restriction?
Must be aged 40-64 for breast screening services, and 21-64 for cervical screening services.
Is there an income restriction?
Must have a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level.
Are there any other programs that I might be eligible for?
Eligible women may also be eligible for NC WISEWOMAN, which provides cardiovascular disease screening, and helps women to improve their diet, physical activity, and other life habits to prevent, delay, or control cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.
What services does NC BCCCP provide?
Clinical breast exams, screening mammograms, pap tests, diagnostic procedures, as indicated (diagnostic mammograms, ultrasounds, colposcopies, breast and cervical biopsies), and medical consultations.
How do I get more information?
Call the office at the number provided for further information.
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?
Program Sponsor/Affiliation
1922 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC - 27699
(919) 707-5300
Eligibility
are uninsured or underinsured;are without Medicare Part B or Medicaid;
are between ages 40 - 64 for breast screening services and 21 - 64 for cervical screening services; and
have a household income below 250% of the federal poverty level.
Women who are enrolled in NC BCCCP can participate in the NC WISEWOMAN program.
Services
Cervical cancer screenings (Pap tests, HPV tests)
Clinical breast exams
Screening mammograms
Diagnostic procedures, as indicated (diagnostic mammograms, ultrasounds, colposcopies, breast and cervical biopsies)
Medical consultations
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