Free and Low Cost Mammograms Near You
Sebastian County Health Unit - Ft. Smith
Sebastian County Health Unit - Ft. Smith
Sebastian County Health Unit - Ft. Smith provides mammograms in Arkansas. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Sebastian County Health Unit - Ft. Smith directly by calling (479) 452-8600.
FAQs
What does Sebastian County Health Unit - Ft. Smith provide?
They are a participating provider for The BreastCare Program, for free mammograms.
What is BreastCare program?
- It is a program for Arkansas women funded with federal and state funds.
- They provide breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services for eligible Arkansas women.
What services I will receive if I qualify?
Mammograms, Clinical breast exams, Pelvic exams and Pap tests, Follow-up testing, if needed,
How to be able to get free cancer screenings and/or diagnostic (follow up)?
- Must live in Arkansas.
- Must be 21 to 64 years old and need cervical cancer services.
- Must be 40 to 64 years old and need breast cancer services.
- Must be under 40 years old with breast symptoms.
- Must have a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level.
- Must not have health insurance (including Medicaid or Medicare).
- Must have insurance, need diagnostic tests, AND meet criteria for the financial barrier.
Why is it getting screened for cancer important?
It increases the chance to detect the disease early when it is most likely to be curable.
Do I need a Dr's referral for a free mammogram?
- Yes
- Yes, they provide it but you have to make an appointment first
Do I need to make an appointment to be seen?
- Yes
Do I need to be a resident of this county to get a free mammogram?
- No, just an Arkansas resident
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