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The B.C.U.P.S. program financially assists Thumb Area residents with breast cancer prevention, detection and support.
The Breast Cancer Understanding Prevention and Screening (B.C.U.P.S.) program is in place to financially assist patients in acquiring important screening mammograms and diagnostic testing services. Hundreds of thousands of women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States this year. Early detection and education can make a huge impact on survival and the devastation caused by this disease.
This program covers the cost associated with an annual digital mammogram screening, as well as a diagnostic mammogram, breast ultrasound, or an ultrasound-guided biopsy for women with an abnormal mammogram screening result if recommended. An annual mammogram screening is essential for early detection of breast cancer and is especially important for younger women who have a family history of breast cancer.
There is a $2,000 cap per patient per calendar year for costs associated with annual digital mammogram screening/diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds etc., pending funds available.
Patients that do not have health insurance coverage or those who are underinsured (limitations with insurance coverage, co-pays, large out-of-pocket deductible, younger than age criteria for screening, etc.) may qualify for this program. For more information, or to find out if you qualify, please call the Foundation at 989-912-6275.
Screening mammograms and diagnostic testing services provided through the B.C.U.P.S. program are performed at Deckerville Community Hospital, Hills & Dales Healthcare, and Marlette Regional Hospital. To schedule testing please call 989-912-6295.
This grant provides $500 in financial assistance for those undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and patients are eligible to reapply for funding every 6 months. Applicants must be resident of: Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac or Tuscola County. In order to process a financial request, the applicant must complete BCUPS Grant Application, provide state issued driver’s license or identification card, and provide a copy of documentation showing breast cancer diagnosis. For more information on the B.C.U.P.S. Program grant, please call 989-635-4232.
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