Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach provides mammograms in Florida. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Fort Walton Beach directly by calling (850) 833-9240.
FAQs
What program does this clinic participate in?
The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program.
How does The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (BCCEDP) help patients?
They make it easy to get the breast and cervical cancer screenings doctors recommend.
What is the cost for screenings?
Free or low cost if you meet program eligibility requirements.
What is the single most effective method of early detection of Breast Cancer?
Mammography, since it can identify cancer several years before physical symptoms develop.
What are the services included in the program?
- Breast and cervical cancer screening exams (clinical breast exams, mammograms, and Pap tests) to approximately 5 percent of the at need population as funding allows.
- Diagnostic funds are reserved for women screened through the program.
- Care coordination to all clients with abnormal exams.
- Women screened through the program and diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer are referred to the Florida Medicaid Program for eligibility determination.
- Paid breast and cervical cancer treatment through Medicaid for eligible women screened through the program.
What are the age eligibility requirement?
Women ages 50-64.
Do I need to have insurance to be eligible?
No.
Is there an income restriction?
Yes.
Does requirements vary?
- Yes.
- Requirements may vary based on location.
How to know the specific county's requirements?
Call your local health department to see if you meet your specific county's requirements.
Do they accept lower age limits or if any other programs that meet your needs are available?
If you have symptoms, but do not fit the age requirements, check with your county to see if they are accepting lower age limits or if any other programs that meet your needs are available.
How do cancers be treated effectively?
Cancers can be treated more effectively if they are found early, and Screening for Life can help you get the tests you need at the recommended times.
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
921 N. Davis St. Bldg. A, Suite 251 MC-67
Jacksonville, FL - 32209
(904) 253-1610
Benefits
The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (FBCCEDP) makes it easy to get the breast and cervical cancer screenings doctors recommend. The screenings are free if program eligibility requirements are met.Eligibility
Women ages 50 through 64Women who do not have health insurance, which will cover the cost of a mammogram, clinical breast exam, pelvic exam/Pap test
Women who are not covered by Medicaid or Medicare
Women who meet the income guidelines of the program (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level)
Women who are Florida residents and reside in one of the following counties: Clay, Duval, Baker, Nassau, or St. Johns
Women older than 40, but younger than 50, with a personal history of breast or invasive cervical cancer may be enrolled and screened through the program if they also meet income and insurance requirements
Services
Clinical breast exam by a qualified clinicianMammogram at one of the several facilities
Pelvic exam and Pap smear test (if cervix is present)
Assistance with various follow-up diagnostic tests if the physician recommends them and grant funding is available; or assistance in locating a facility that will provide the tests at a reduced cost if testing must be obtained outside the program
Free care coordination if screening or diagnostic testing is abnormal
Medicaid for cancer treatment if screened and diagnosed through FBCCEDP with breast or cervical cancer and qualifies for Medicaid
Mission
To lead and support breast and cervical cancer screening to save lives.
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