Early Detection Works Mercy Clinic Fort Scott
Early Detection Works Mercy Clinic Fort Scott
Early Detection Works Mercy Clinic Fort Scott provides mammograms in Kansas. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Early Detection Works Mercy Clinic Fort Scott directly by calling (785) 296-1207.
Mission Statement
“To protect and improve the health and environment of all Kansans. ”Source: Early Detection Works Mercy Clinic Fort Scott website
FAQs
What is EDW's objective?
Along with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Cancer Prevention and Control Program, they aim to reduce the morbidity and mortality from cancer through prevention of cancer when possible and routine screening when appropriate.
What services do they offer?
breast and cervical cancer screening services through service providers located across the state
Are their services free?
Yes, they pay for clinical breast exams, mammograms, Pap tests and diagnostic services for women who qualify.
What are the eligibility requirements?
To qualify for their services, a woman's income must fall within 225% of federal poverty guidelines and she must be between the ages of 40 and 64 and must have no health insurance or inpatient-only insurance with a high, unmet deductible.
If screenings detect any abnormalities, what will EDW do?
They will pay for diagnostic procedures.
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
1000 SW Jackson
Topeka, KS - 66612
(877) 277-1368
Benefits
Clinical breast exams every other year performed by a nurse or physician for women ages 40 to 64Screening mammograms every other year for women at average risk age 40-64.
Limited services are available for uninsured women at high risk under age 40; for information call the toll-free number 1-877-277-1368.
Eligibility
Women 21 to 64 years old for cervical cancer screenings.Women 40 to 64 years old for breast cancer screenings.
Women who do not have health insurance.
Women with family income or equal to or less than the amounts on the following table, before taxes:
Application/Enrollment Info
Enrollment takes five to ten minutes. To start, call 877-277-1368. If you qualify you will receive an enrollment number and be referred to a health care provider. Your enrollment number is good for six months. Keep it in a safe place and remember to share it with your provider at the time you make your appointment.Services
Clinical breast exam by a clinicianMammogram, including 3D mammography
Pap test
HPV test
Mission
To protect and improve the health and environment of all Kansans.Sources
Below are citations of the external sources verifying how and why this location is listed as a free mammogram agent.
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Citation source
Like Mercy, CHC/SEK is a participant in the Kansas Early Detection Works program with free mammograms.
“We will now be able to extend this resource further making it more accessible to low-income women through special programs and discounts based on ability to pay,” she said. “Every woman has the right to quality screening and thanks to Mercy, the Mercy Foundation and CHC/SEK that will continue.” Postai went on to add the Foundation has contributed funding toward covering the cost for those in Bourbon County who otherwise would not be able to afford it.As seen on fortscott.biz on Oct 7, 2021
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