Free and Low Cost Mammograms Near You
Welch Community Hospital
Welch Community Hospital
Welch Community Hospital provides mammograms in West Virginia. To obtain more details on eligibility please contact Welch Community Hospital directly by calling (304) 436-8461.
FAQs
What program does this clinic participate in?
This location is a participating WVBCCSP provider, a program that offers free Pap tests, mammograms, and clinical breast exams for women who qualify.
Are there any residency restrictions?
Yes, must be a resident of West Virginia.
Is there an age restriction?
Yes, must be age 25-64.
Is there an income restriction?
Yes, income must be at or below 250% of the current Federal Poverty Level.
What if I have insurance?
Must be uninsured, underinsured, or have an unmet deductible or a required co-payment causing hardship.
Does my insurance cover WVBCCSP screening services?
No, it doesn't.
What is the cost for screenings?
Free or low-cost for qualifying women.
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
Free Mammograms at this location are subsidized by West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program
350 Capitol St. Room 427
Charleston, WV - 25301
(304) 558-5388
350 Capitol St. Room 427
Charleston, WV - 25301
(304) 558-5388
Eligibility
Patient Eligibility for Screening ServicesMust be a West Virginia resident
21-64 years of age for cervical and 40-64 years of age for breast
Those under the age of 40 with symptoms (breast mass, nipple discharge, breast pain, etc.) or at high-risk
Those over the age of 64 who do not have Medicare Part B
Income at or below 250% of the current Federal Poverty Level
Uninsured OR Underinsured
Medical insurance does not cover WVBCCSP screening services
OR
Has an unmet deductible or a required co-payment causing hardship for services covered by WVBCCSP
Patient Eligibility for Diagnostic Services
Contact the WVBCCSP at 304.558.5388 or 1.800.642.8522 (In WV)
OR
Contact your local participating WVBCCSP provider
Application/Enrollment Info
Contact your local participating provider and ask to be enrolled in WVBCCSP. The provider will review the requirements and determine your eligibility. You will be asked to help complete several forms. This process will take approximately one hour. If eligible, you will begin your participation in the WVBCCSP by receiving screening services. For more information on how to apply, call the WVBCCSP at 304.558.5388 or 1.800.642.8522 (within West Virginia).Services
The WVBCCSP provides clinical breast examinations (CBEs), mammograms, and Pap tests for eligible women, as well as diagnostic testing for women whose screening outcome is abnormal.
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