You may qualify for breast or cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services if you:
- are a Texas resident;
- are a woman ages 18‒64;
- have an income at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level; and
- do not have health insurance or are underinsured.
High priority populations most at risk for developing breast or cervical cancer are as follows:
- Breast cancer: Ages 50-64 years
- Cervical cancer: Ages 21-64 years
You may qualify for MBCC if you meet all the following criteria:
- Have been diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer
- Need treatment for a breast or cervical cancer
- Live in Texas
- Are a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant
- Are age 18-64 years
- Do not have health insurance
- Have an income at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level
Federal Poverty Level
| Household Size | Monthly Maximum Gross Family Income |
|---|---|
|
1 Person |
$2,127 |
|
2 People |
$2,874 |
|
3 People |
$3,620 |
|
4 People |
$4,367 |
|
5 People |
$5,114 |
|
6 People |
$5,860 |
|
7 People |
$6,607 |
|
8 People |
$7,354 |
For households with more than 8 people, add $747 monthly for each additional person.
Screening and Diagnostic Services Qualifications
You may qualify for free or low-cost breast or cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services if you meet all of the following criteria:
- Live in Texas
- Do not have health insurance
- Are age 18 or over
- Have income up to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level
Additional Eligibility Criteria
Breast Cancer Screening Services
- Age 40-64 years
- Over age 64 years and not eligible for Medicare
Breast Cancer Diagnostic Services
- Age 18-64 years
- Over age 64 years and not eligible for Medicare
Cervical Cancer Screening Services
- Age 21-64 years
- Over age 64 years with and has had cervical cancer or moderate-to-severe cervical dysplasia and not eligible for Medicare
Cervical Cancer Diagnostic Services
- Age 18-64 years
- Over age 64 years and not eligible for Medicare