Mammogram program
!!! PLEASE NOTE !!!
We have been inundated with free screening mammogram requests. While we are trying to get everyone in, we have a limited amount of spots available. We will also get back to your emails and phone calls as soon as possible. It may take up to a week for a response due to the high number of requests we have received. Thank you for your patience as we get through this very busy time!
How It Works:
Our Mammogram Program provides FREE screening mammograms to qualifying women in Arizona. If further diagnostic testing is necessary after receiving the initial mammogram through our program, we cover 100% of the costs, up to diagnosis.* Arizona residents apply online and, once approved, Check for a Lump is directly billed by the imagining company partners.
Mobile Mammogram Program:
We also fund mobile screening mammogram events to bring testing to our under-served communities throughout Maricopa County. Currently, we hold events at the Society of St. Vincent De Paul Medical Clinic, as well as, various locations throughout Maricopa County. Arizona Residents can make an appointment once eligibility has been confirmed. Click below to get started and scheduled for your free screening mammogram!
We have provided over 2,500 mammograms, including any diagnostic tests needed, to local women in need!
screening Program
Our screening mammogram program is open. All screening mammograms are on a first come - first serve basis. Click the button below to be added to the screening mammogram list.
Anyone interested in assisting additional women by funding a free mammogram or diagnostic testing, please reach out to us! development@checkforalump.org
Screening Mammogram Eligibility and Information
Before applying to our free mammogram program, we encourage every woman to apply to the Well Woman Health Check program and/or AHCCS if you do not have insurance.
Eligibility:
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Applicant is not experiencing symptoms
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Applicants must live in Arizona
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Applicants must be 35 years or older
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Applicants must be un-insured or under-insured with financial need
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Applicant has not had a mammogram in the past 12 months
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Applicants must have a valid form of identification
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Applicants must receive their initial screening mammogram through our program to be eligible for us to pay for additional diagnostic testing
Please bring the following information to the event:
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I.D. (acceptable forms include: residency card, passport, driver license, green card)
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Insurance card (if you have insurance)
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Doctor's name and address (if you have)
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Location of any prior mammogram images
Mammogram Reminder! Please do not apply deodorant or lotion to underarms or chest area the day of your mammogram.
Diagnostic mammogram information
If you are in need of a diagnostic mammogram or experiencing any symptoms, please reach out to either Valleywise Health Clinic, 1-833-855-9973, or Dignity Health Clinic, 1-855-697-0781. Both offer sliding scale fees and financial aide to those who qualify. You can also apply to the Well Woman HealthCheck program.
need follow up TESTING after a check for a lump free screening mammogram?
*If you have already received a screening mammogram through the Check for a Lump program, you are also eligible for further diagnostic testing. All diagnostic testing must be completed within 12 months, or one year, from your original screening mammogram in order to be covered by our program.
Please press the button below to notify us, and one of our staff members will contact you shortly. Please include in your email the location and date of your mammogram.
Not Eligible For Our Programs? Refer to some of the additional resources in Arizona.