Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10)
‘Find it Early Act’ Would Require Insurance Providers to Cover Breast Cancer Detection Screenings at No Cost to Patients
99 Percent of Women Who Receive Early Breast Cancer Diagnosis Survive
Washington, DC – Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) joined Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) in introducing the bipartisan ‘Find it Early Act,’ which would ensure all health insurance plans cover screening and diagnostic breast imaging, including mammograms, ultrasounds, MRI’s, molecular imaging, and other technologies, with no cost-sharing.
“For the over 250,000 American women diagnosed with breast cancer each year, new breast cancer detection technology can mean the difference between life or death,” Congressman Dan Goldman said. “The earlier a cancer is detected, the easier it is to beat. No one should be forced to pay out-of-pocket for these lifesaving screenings. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I am proud to join this bipartisan effort to improve access and coverage for breast cancer preventative care to save lives and reduce overall medical costs.”
When women’s breast density, family history, or other factors require doctors to take additional breast cancer screens, the majority of women are forced to shoulder those costs out of pocket, potentially costing them over $1000. As a result, many women cannot afford screenings and choose to delay or forego additional tests, which can lead to later-stage diagnoses. The ‘Find It Early Act’ would ensure all health insurance plans cover screening, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and MRIs with no out-of-pocket costs.
Congressman Goldman is committed to expanding health care access in America.
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