Free annual exams for women age 40-64
The Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) is a federally funded program that provides free annual breast cancer and cervical cancer screening for eligible women age 40-64.
Services
Tests and exams under this program include
*Clinical breast exams
*Mammograms
*Pelvic exams
*Pap tests
*Follow-up tests and referrals
Eligibility
Female Michigan residents age 40-64 who are not covered by Medicaid or Medicare and who meet the income requirements:
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Family Size
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Maximum Annual Income
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1
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$23,975
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2
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$32,075
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3
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$40,225
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4
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$48,375
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Each add’l Person
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Add $8,150 per person
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Last Updated 3/17/06
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Fees
Free to eligible women.
Contact Info
For an appointment convenient to your schedule, call one of our local offices between 8:00am and 4:00pm (Eastern Time, except Gogebic which is Central Time) and ask to schedule an appointment:
*Baraga County (906) 524-6142
*Gogebic County (906) 667-0200
*Houghton/Keweenaw (906) 482-7382
*Ontonagon County (906) 884-4096
Questions regarding this program can also be fielded at the following locations
*Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (906)353-4580
*Lac Vieux Desert Indian Community (906)358-4588
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Q: Will I need to go to the Health Department for my exam?
A: No. The services are provided by local physicians. In many cases, you will see your own doctor.
Q: I have health insurance with a high deductible. Am I eligible for the program?
A: Yes. Please call for more information.