DAYTON, Tenn. – CHI Memorial’s mobile health coach will provide mammography screenings at the Rhea County Health Department, 334 Eagle Lane in Evensville, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 18.
Women aged 35-40 who have never had a mammogram, and those over age 40 whose last mammogram was more than a year ago, are eligible to participate, with or without insurance. Women need to know their doctor’s first and last name.
Insured women should bring insurance cards and a photo ID, such as a driver’s license. Insurance will be filed for you.
Uninsured women may may qualify for financial assistance. The MaryEllen Locher Breast Center receives grants and partners with Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program to provide eligible uninsured and underinsured women with breast and cervical screenings. If an abnormality is discovered, the diagnostic workup is covered.
To schedule a screening, call 423-495-4040 or 866-591-2254.