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Color and Google Cloud are helping women get screened for breast cancer

The team at Color will help you:

  • Check if it’s time for your mammogram
  • Get your screening scheduled
  • Understand your results and next steps

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Breast cancer is common

1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer

But, when detected early, women have a 99% survival rate

Who is due for a mammogram?

According to national guidelines, you are due if you are:

  • A woman
  • Over 40
  • And haven’t had a mammogram in the past year

You may be due if you are under 40 and have genetic risk factors or a history of breast cancer in your family.

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Is this covered by my insurance?

Most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, covers screening mammograms in full. If we schedule your mammogram for you, you may have out-of-pocket costs, but we’ll let you know ahead of time.

Here’s how it works:

Step 1

Sign up for an account with Color. If you have insurance, keep your card handy.

Step 2

The Color Assistant, an AI Agent, will ask you questions to see if you’re eligible for a mammogram based on national guidelines.

Step 3

If you’re due for screening, a Color Medical clinician will order the mammogram for you and the Color care team will help you schedule it.

Common Questions

What is Color?

Color Health and its affiliated medical group, Color Medical, have created the nation’s only Virtual Cancer Clinic—delivering end-to-end, clinically-guided cancer care that’s accessible to people in all 50 states, including supporting people with cancer risk assessment and screening through diagnosis and survivorship.

How does the Color Assistant work?
  • The Color Assistant is an AI agent, powered by AI from Google Cloud. It helps people through a guideline-based breast cancer risk assessment to determine whether they are eligible for a mammogram.
  • The Color Assistant asks a series of questions to help the Color Medical clinical team determine mammogram eligibility and risk, including medical history, family history, screening history, symptoms, along with primary care physician information to help with follow-ups.
  • Clinicians review the information gathered by the Color Assistant to determine if you’re due for a breast cancer screening mammogram. If you are eligible and want to proceed with screening, you will be contacted by Color for next steps. If you are not eligible for a mammogram, you will still have access to educational information about breast cancer screening and when/why to follow up with your doctor.
  • The assistant is intended solely for informational and educational purposes and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
  • All user data is handled in accordance with federal and state data privacy laws.
Will you sell my data?

No. We never sell your data. Your information is used only to provide and improve your care. For full details, see our Privacy Policy and Notice of Privacy Practices.

I’m already getting mammograms. Is this program for me?

If you’ve had a screening mammogram in the last year, this program is not for you. If your last mammogram was over a year ago, you may be due.

I have a family history of breast cancer. Is this program for me?
  • Yes. A family history of breast cancer in a first-degree relative (such as a mother, sister, or daughter) may increase your risk of breast cancer.
  • We’ll ask some questions to understand your risk of breast cancer and will make appropriate recommendations.
What will I have to pay for?
  • At no cost to you, Color and Color Medical will:
    • Help you find out if you should get a screening mammogram.
    • Help coordinate and schedule your screening mammogram.
    • Follow up on your mammogram results and help with next steps if needed.
    • Check your insurance coverage to let you know about costs associated with the mammogram.
  • If you meet breast cancer screening guidelines, most government-sponsored (i.e. Medicare and Medicaid) and private insurance plans will cover screening mammograms. Depending on your insurance benefits, you may be responsible for fees or copays for the mammogram.
  • We’ll do our best to confirm the details of possible fees or copays with you before scheduling your screening.

 

How do you determine if I need screening?

Based on your family history, personal medical history, and other health information you provide, a Color Medical clinician can determine if you’re eligible for our breast cancer screening program. We use national guidelines, such as those from the American Cancer Society, to decide whether screening is appropriate for you and to make sure you get care that aligns with the best medical recommendations.

What happens if my mammogram finds something?

If your mammogram shows something unusual, it doesn’t always mean cancer. Many findings turn out to be harmless, like cysts or other benign (non-cancerous) changes. If there is a finding, a Color Medical clinician will discuss the results with you. They may order more imaging, such as additional mammogram views or an ultrasound, to take a closer look. In some cases, they may recommend a biopsy to get more information. Whatever the outcome, our clinical team will explain what the results mean and guide you through the next steps so you feel supported and informed. We can also coordinate with your primary care physician or OB/GYN.

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