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Do you Qualify for Free Cancer Screening?
Call 877-277-1368 to see if you qualify for free breast and/or cervical cancer screening through the Early Detection Works (EDW) Program.
Early Detection Works
A woman's risk of cancer increases as she ages. Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer among Kansas women. More than 75 percent of breast and cervical cancers occur in women over age 50. Regular screening and prompt diagnosis can reduce illness and death from breast or cervical cancer.
The Early Detection Works Program offers:
- Diagnosis
- Health Education
- Referral
- Screening
Eligibility
The EDW program will enroll Kansas women at average risk who:
- Are 21 to 64 years old for cervical cancer screenings.
- Are 40 to 64 years old for breast cancer screenings.
- Do not have health insurance.
- Have family income or equal to or less than the amounts on the following table, before taxes:.
Eligibility Income Maximums
Household Size | Monthly Maximum Income | Annual Maximum Income |
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1 | $2,831 | $33,975 |
2 | $3,815 | $45,775 |
3 | $4,798 | $57,575 |
4 | $5,781 | $69,375 |
5 | $6,765 | $81,175 |
6 | $7,748 | $92,975 |
7 | $8,731 | $104,775 |
8 | $9,715 | $116,575 |
9 | $10,698 | $128,375 |
10 | $11,681 | $140,175 |
Note: For households with more than 10 persons, add $11,800 for each additional person, $938 monthly. Guidelines last updated June 2022.
Enrollment
Enrollment takes five to ten minutes. To start, call 877-277-1368. If you qualify you will receive an enrollment number and be referred to a health care provider. Your enrollment number is good for six months. Keep it in a safe place and remember to share it with your provider at the time you make your appointment.
Screening Services
The screening services that the Early Detection Works program may offer qualified women include:
- Clinical breast exam by a clinician
- Mammogram, including 3D mammography
- Pap test
- HPV test
- Unsure if you are eligible?
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Are you younger than 21 for cervical or younger than 40 for breast health concerns? Call 877-277-1368 to ask about eligibility or find out what resources may be available.
- What if something is found?
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If a screening test shows a problem, Early Detection Works will pay for most follow-up tests to find out if you have cancer or a pre-cancerous condition. The health care provider will work with you to make follow-up appointments.
- What if you need treatment?
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Women who are Kansas residents and diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer through this program may be eligible for referral to KanCare (Kansas Medicaid). Other treatment options may be available for women not eligible for KanCare.
- Do you have other Early Detection Works questions?
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If you have more questions, please call 877-277-1368.
Toll Free Number
Call 877-277-1368 to see if you qualify for free breast and/or cervical cancer screening
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Suzanne Proctor, RN, BSN
Nurse Clinical ManagerPhone: 785-291-3738
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Tarrah McMillan, RN, BSN
Northeast Regional NursePhone: 785-832-1701
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Shelly Tridle, RN, BSN
Southeast Regional NursePhone: 620-235-7136
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Susan Smith, RN, BSN
Central Regional NursePhone: 316-337-6110
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Amanda Jeter
Billing SpecialistPhone: 785-296-5868