WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. ― Novant Health patients can now schedule screening mammogram appointments on the Physician Finder tool at the North Carolina imaging locations. Self-scheduled screening mammogram appointments are available to patients over 40 years old and can be scheduled up to 90 days ahead of time. Diagnostic mammogram appointments will need to be scheduled through a provider.
Screening mammograms are routinely administered to detect breast cancer in women over 40 years old, who have no apparent symptoms and no family history of breast health issues. Diagnostic mammograms are needed for women and men who are under 40 years old; have a history or family history of breast health issues; have had previous suspicious results on a screening mammogram; or are experiencing breast issues or concerns.
“We are so excited to offer a convenient way for women to schedule their screening mammograms,” said Elizabeth Currie, Charlotte mammography manager for Novant Health. “Our goal is to make it easy for patients to schedule their screening mammograms whenever and wherever it makes sense for their schedule. Mammograms are one of the best ways to detect breast cancer in its early stages so we want this process to be as easy as possible.”
The new self-scheduling mammogram service is the newest addition to Novant Health’s commitment to make comprehensive breast health convenient. Many of Novant Health’s imaging locations offer same-day and next-day appointments, as well as evening and weekend hours.
Most insurance plans cover mammography services; however, deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses vary per insurance company for diagnostic mammography. Patients are advised to call their insurance company to see if a screening mammogram is covered. Novant Health does have support from grant programs to help cover the cost of mammograms for those who are uninsured or underinsured.
To self-schedule a screening mammogram appointment, click the “Find a doctor” option at the top of NovantHealth.org.
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