Studies to date to do not show a statistically significant reduction in breast cancer mortality from the use of mammography for that age group. However, many Board members continue to support the American Cancer Society's recommendation that women receive a baseline mammogram at age 40, and screening mammograms every 1 to 2 years between the ages of 40 and 49. 5. Ask your health care provider to recommend an American College of Radiology-accredited mammography facility. Hospitals, women's clinics, and health departments frequently offer mammography screening. If you are over 65, Medicare benefits are available.
Many states now require that insurance companies provide coverage for mammograms.
Check with your insurance carrier to determine available benefits. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, some service providers will be offering low-cost mammographies. However, it is important that you get a mammography from an accredited facility. ACR will also have information on the other times of the year when low-cost screenings are available.