$0 out of pocket for in-network mammogram screening
Breast cancer is the most common cancer for American women, except for skin cancers, and women have a one in eight chance of developing it in their lifetime1. But when detected early, the five-year survival rate for localized breast cancer is 99%2.
The mammogram — a low-dose X-ray of the breast that can detect breast changes before physical symptoms develop — is considered the gold standard for early detection and can lessen the need for mastectomy or chemotherapy.
Schedule your screening mammogram3
Now is always the best time to schedule your screening mammogram. It’s $04 out of pocket when you use an in-network provider.
Here’s how to find a provider:
- Visit MyBlueKC.com and click Find Care at top of the page
- Type “screening mammogram” in the search bar
- Select Mammogram, Digital Screening of Two Breasts
- Review provider options
Who’s at risk of breast cancer
It’s important to know your risk of breast cancer and to understand that risk can change over time. Family history — such as whether you carry inherited gene mutation BRCA1 or BRCA2 — can play an important role in knowing and understanding risk. Other risks include:
- Drinking alcohol
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Taking hormone therapy for symptoms of menopause
1American Cancer Society. Key Statistics for Breast Cancer
2National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., Breast Cancer Facts & Stats
3Annually for women 45-54; every two years for women 55+. American Cancer Society
4For costs and further details of coverage, including exclusions, reductions or limitations, and the terms under which the policy may be continued in force, contact your insurance broker or Blue KC.
