Charlotte Radiology Says 40 is the new Pink.
So Here Is Our Top 10 List of Why You Should Get An Annual Mammogram, starting NOW.
10. It doesn’t take much time and is easy to do. Most appointments take less than 30 minutes from check-in to completion……The line at Starbucks can sometimes take longer.  At Charlotte Radiology each exam will be interpreted by a board certified physician specialized in breast imaging.
9. Most insurance companies cover the cost. So why not? For most women with private insurance, the cost of screening mammograms is covered 100% without copayments or deductibles. Medicare pays for annual screening mammograms for all female Medicare beneficiaries who are age 40 or older. Medicare will also pay for one baseline mammogram for female beneficiaries between the ages of 35 and 39.
8. No one else is going to take care of your body. Be your own advocate and take charge. Mammograms show changes in the breast up to 2 years before a patient or physician can feel them.
7. It really doesn’t hurt most women. A little uncomfortable maybe, but so are those 5 inch stilettos you like to wear. To help minimize discomfort during your exam, schedule your mammogram during the two weeks following your menstrual cycle (when breasts are less tender).
6. It’s the second most common form of cancer in women, affecting one in every eight women in the United States. Charlotte Radiology believes the key to beating this statistic and detecting breast cancer early is yearly, quality mammograms, monthly self – breast exams and regular clinical examination.
5. You just never know. 75% of women who develop breast cancer have no family history of the disease. There’s no reason to wait, as year to year things change, and a woman’s risk of breast cancer increases with age.
4. You can go on the big pink bus. Charlotte Radiology’s mobile breast center brings early breast cancer detection to you, providing women with a more convenient option for breast cancer screening, ultimately improving compliance. If you choose The Bus, you’ll experience the same quality, compassionate care, expertise and comfortable atmosphere as in their breast centers. This includes digital mammography and female technologists certified in breast imaging.
3. It’s convenient no matter what part of town you live in. Charlotte Radiology offers 13 breast center locations ~ including two mobile breast centers ~ all accredited by the American College of Radiology and certified by the FDA. These facilities have been created to be more spa like and not like your traditional medical offices. So, you will get to relax and enjoy some quiet time while taking care of your body.
2. You’re 40 and whether you like it or not you need to. Trends come and go, but the recommendation from breast health experts is consistent. 40 is the age to schedule your first mammogram and start an annual routine. Of all the years of life saved by mammography, 40% are for women in their 40’s.
1. It can save your life!  Really a no brainer here. The earlier caught the better. It’s important for reasons beyond the lives it saves. Early detection gives women more treatment options with reduced surgery, better cosmetic outcomes, and often eliminates the need for harsh therapies. Prioritize your health and learn the facts, because managing your health is your best safeguard against cancer.
So what are you waiting for? Check out Charlotte Radiology’s extensive website and call 704~367~2232 to schedule your appointment today. Most of us schedule ours right after our birthday, so we always know to go, every year. Remember, you’re not getting older, you’re getting better!
