Available Services for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer

The Utah Cancer Control Program (UCCP) provides free or low cost clinical breast exams and mammograms to women who meet age and income guidelines. Eligible women with abnormal screening exams are offered diagnostic evaluation by participating providers. As of July 1, 2001, the UCCP has been able to refer Utah women in need of treatment for breast and cervical cancers for full Medicaid benefits. Participants must meet all requirements as outlined in the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Act. Coverage of preventive screening tests including mammograms and clinical breast exams is required by the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) created by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), as is genetic testing for BRCA1/2 variations associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.