Mammograms make a difference

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  • By Kim Kinser
  • Humana Military Healthcare Services
LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. --  Early detection can save lives. Among women, breast cancer is the second most common cancer in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, the chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer is one in eight. Breast cancer death rates are declining and the American Cancer Society states this is probably due to finding cancer early and better treatment.

To help raise awareness of the importance of cancer screenings, Humana Military Healthcare Services is launching a campaign to encourage women to get their preventive breast cancer screening tests. TRICARE covers annual mammograms for women over age 39. Although an order may be needed from a doctor, no referral is required for clinical preventive services administered by a network provider or Military Treatment Facility. Additionally, there are no copayments for clinical preventive services as long as care is obtained from a network provider or MTF. Please note Active Duty Service Members require a network referral.

Humana Military is notifying South Region beneficiaries by post card, phone call and e-mail that may be due for a breast cancer screening. To find out more about cancer prevention, screenings and to locate a network provider near you please visit www.humana-military.com.