Free and Low Cost Mammograms Near You

Surgical Associates is affiliated with Screening for Life - Delaware Health and Social Services of New Castle, DE.

Surgical Associates

Surgical Associates provides mammograms in Delaware. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Surgical Associates directly by calling (302) 674-0600.

Surgical Associates

FAQs

What screenings and tests that can save lives?

Breast and cervical cancer screenings and heart health tests.

What program does this clinic participate in?

The Screening for Life program of Delaware.

What does Screening for Life pay for?

They pay for cancer screening tests to qualified Delaware adults.

Whose in partnership with Screening for Life program?

  • The Delaware Division of Public Health and the U.S.
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

How does Screening for Life can help in treating cancers effectively?

They help you get the tests you need at the recommended times.

What services do they offer?

-Office visits -Mammograms and clinical breast exams -Pap tests -Prostate cancer screening tests recommended by your doctor -Colorectal cancer screening tests recommended by your doctor -Lung cancer screening tests, if recommended by your doctor and you meet criteria -Health education -Help with coordinating associated care

How to be eligible for these free services?

You must meet age, income and insurance guidelines.

Is there a residency restriction?

  • Yes.
  • Must be a Delaware resident.

What if I have health insurance?

You are qualified as long as your health insurance doesn't cover screenings and not eligible for health insurance from the Health Insurance Marketplace.

What are the age eligibility requirement?

Ages 18-64 and not eligible for Medicaid and ages 65 or older and do not qualify for Medicare.

What are the income restriction?

  • Delaware Residents are eligible for Screening for Life if they have a household income between 139% and 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.
  • The Federal Poverty Level is based on annual household income and household size.
  • A household consists of the individual, their spouse, and all dependent children under 18 years of age.
  • Delaware Residents with an annual household income between 139% and 250% of the Federal Poverty Level are eligible for Screening for Life if they are deemed ineligible for Medicaid.

Is enrollment easy?

Yes.

How can I get more information?

Call the Screening for Life program 302-744-1040.

How to schedule appointment if I am eligible?

If you are eligible, you will be enrolled and mailed information on how to schedule your appointment with a participating health care provider.

Does Screening for Life will help me get the recommended exams for my age and health history?

Yes.

What are the guidelines for the uninsured?

  • No medical insurance nor private HMO.
  • Not eligible for Medicare or Medicaid.
  • Not eligible for health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

What are the guidelines for the underinsured?

  • Unmet deductible (deductible must be more than 15% of annual income).
  • Insurance does not cover breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, and prostate screenings.
  • The SFL program does not reimburse for co-pays or co-insurances.

Do they provide reimbursement for persons who have a high deductible relative to their income?

Yes.

Who are eligible for SFL if you meet all the other eligibility requirements?

Individuals who have deductible that is equal to or higher than 15% of their income.

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Lennon Sorrento
Lennon Sorrento
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