Our Programs Breast Cancer Assistance Program

Who This Program Is For

You may qualify for BCAP if:

• You need a breast cancer screening or diagnostic test (such as a mammogram or breast ultrasound).
• You are uninsured, underinsured, or struggling with out-of-pocket costs.
• You might delay or avoid care because of financial barriers.
• You are any age, from any background, and of any gender.
• Having insurance does not disqualify you.

What We Cover

BCAP helps pay for breast cancer screening and diagnostic tests, including mammograms and breast ultrasounds. Approved assistance is paid directly to your healthcare provider.

• Coverage up to $200 for screening mammograms
• Coverage up $250 for diagnostic mammograms
• Coverage up $250 for breast ultrasounds

Before You Apply

To complete your application, you will need to know:

• The specific breast imaging test you need (screening mammogram, diagnostic mammogram, or breast ultrasound).
• Generally where you want to have your test done (you can choose the provider).
• One (1) proof of residency in your name, such as:
  • Phone, internet, or utility bill
  • Insurance card
  • Driver’s license or state ID

You must submit an application and receive a grant voucher before scheduling your testing appointment.

How the Application Process Works

1. Fill out the secure online application
Complete the application on this page before your breast cancer screening or diagnostic test.

• A trusted family member, friend, or caregiver may apply on your behalf only if they have your explicit, written permission. Please email proof of permission to support@abcf.org.
• To begin your application, click here.

2. Multiple tests, one application
ABCF may not require you to split up your appointments in order to receive financial assistance for more than one test. Your provider will determine whether multiple tests will be done in one visit, and if so, ABCF will provide financial support for both. If you know in advance that you will need multiple tests, please provide that information on your application. If your provider determines that you will need more than one test while at your initial screening appointment, simply let us know. In this case, we may not require a second application – our Program Manager will provide guidance on next steps.

3. Application review
Our Program Manager reviews applications within 3–4 business days and may contact you if we need more information.

• In some cases, a doctor’s referral may be required if your chosen provider requires one, however, most providers do not for a screening mammogram. If you need diagnostic testing such as a diagnostic mammogram and/or breast ultrasound, most providers require a referral from your doctor.

4. Approval and scheduling
If your application is approved, you will be notified by ABCF.

• Approved patients must schedule and complete their appointment no sooner than 2 weeks from receipt of grand voucher, and no later than 30 days prior to the expiration date listed on the grant voucher. Grant vouchers have a 90 day expiration date, and ABCF must be billed by the provider prior to the indicated expiration date. If there are problems meeting this expiration date, ABCF must be contacted immediately.

5. We coordinate billing with your provider
Once your appointment is scheduled, you will share the date, time, provider’s name, and provider’s address with us.

• Coordinate billing with your provider”. Change the copy underneath to “ Approved patients will need to contact the provider to confirm whether the provider will accept ABCF’s grant voucher. Our Program Manager will provide an informational document for approved patients to share with their provider.
• If the patient is then told that the ABCF grant voucher will be accepted, they will need to document the contact’s name, department, and email and/or phone number incase a billing issue arises.
• If the patient is told that he provider will not accept the ABCF grant voucher, or is uncertain whether this will be accepted, the patient is welcome to provide any contact info so that our Program Manager can reach out to in an effort to provide clarity and/or set up an agreement.

 
Start Your Application

Need Help or Have Questions?

If you have questions about the program or need help with your application:

Phone: 844-219-2223
Email: support@abcf.org

Hour of Operation:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, EST
Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, EST