A Simple Step for Peace of Mind: Schedule Your Mammogram
October 8, 2025
What is a Mammogram?
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers among women worldwide. The good news is that getting regular breast cancer screenings is one of the best ways to catch cancer early, when it’s easiest to treat.
A mammogram is a quick, safe imaging test that uses low-dose x-rays to create images of the inside of the breast. A radiologist, who is a doctor specially trained in medical imaging, will carefully review and analyze the images and send the results to your healthcare provider. Mammograms typically have no side effects and only take a few minutes.
Why is Breast Cancer Screening Important?
Mammograms can detect breast cancer before you experience symptoms. In fact, they can even distinguish breast changes or lumps that are too small to feel. Early detection matters. When breast cancer is found early, treatment options are often more effective and outcomes are improved. Screening is one of the most powerful tools we have to protect long-term health.
When Should You Start Screenings?
It’s recommended that women start breast cancer screening at age 40, and depending on your personal or family history, your provider may recommend different or additional tests, or starting screening earlier
Breast cancer screening is more than a routine appointment; it’s an investment in your health long-term. Staying informed about the recommended guidelines, understanding your risks, and following through with routine screening can make a life-saving difference.
How to Schedule Your Mammogram
Presbyterian Health Plan offers several convenient scheduling options.
You can contact your healthcare provider to schedule your screening.
Search our online provider directory for a current list of in-network providers and facilities at www.phs.org/directory.
Call our imaging partners directly to schedule your mammogram.
| Provider | Locations | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
Assured Imaging | Las Cruces,
Los Lunas | (888) 223-6121 | https://www.assuredimaging.com/ |
RAA (Radiology Associates of Albuquerque) | Albuquerque,
Rio Rancho | (505) 332-5800 | https://www.raaonline.com/ |
X-Ray Associates of New Mexico | Alamogordo,
Albuquerque,
Farmington,
Santa Fe | (505) 998-5925 | https://xranm.com/ |
If you need help finding an imaging center, call the NM Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program toll free at 1-833-525-1811.
Clinical information provided by the Presbyterian Health Plan team.
