National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (BCCEDP)

This program is available to eligible women who meet state specific guidelines.  The program helps women receive the screening and diagnostic services needed to detect early signs of breast and cervical cancer.  Some clients who are diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer may be eligible for their state’s Medicaid Program under the Breast and Cervical Treatment Act.  Services are provided by contracted local health care facilities.

Funding is provided by the Iowa and Illinois Department of Public Health and the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

In Scott County, this program is referred to as ‘MAPS’ (Mammogram and Pap Smears) program and is managed by Genesis Medical Center through a grant from the Scott County Health Department.  In Illinois this program is referred to as IBCCP and is managed by the Rock Island County Health Department.

For more information about these programs, Iowa residents should contact Linda Rymars (563) 421-7620 or (800) 215-1444.  Illinois residents should contact Angela Keesy (309) 794-7088.

Voucher Programs

Funded by a grant from the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation-Quad Cities Affiliate, Administered by Genesis Medical Center, the programs serve residents of the following counties:

In Iowa:

Scott, Cedar, Clinton, and Muscatine, and

In Illinois:

Rock Island, Mercer, Henry and Whiteside

 The Voucher Programs provide:

• Mammogram-screening, and all diagnostic 
• Breast ultrasound
• Breast prosthesis 
• Prosthesis bra
• Post-operative camisole
• Medical alert bracelet-Lymphedema Precautions
• Lymphedema treatment garments
• Wig and wig care kit

Having insurance does not mean that a financial barrier does not exist.  These products may be non-covered services or a deductible/co-pay may apply.  If the ability to financially cover these products is an isssue, please call for confidential, individualized evaluation of your situation.

For more information about these programs, contact Linda Rymars, RN (563) 421-7620 or (800) 215-1444.