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Breast Imaging Recommendations

The Women’s Imaging Center follows breast imaging recommendations from the American College of Radiology and the Society of Breast Imaging.

For women at average risk, annual screening mammograms are generally recommended beginning at age 40. Patients with additional risk factors should talk with their provider about whether earlier or additional screening may be appropriate.

Early detection is one of the most important tools in breast health care. Routine screening can help find breast changes at an earlier stage, often before symptoms develop.

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Forms

Provider forms are available for download. Available forms may include:

Breast Imaging Requisition
Breast Biopsy

If your office would like pre-printed Breast Imaging Requisition pads, please contact our team at (360) 428-7275 with your clinic name, provider name, clinic address, and preferred delivery/contact information.

Images and Reports

For a copy of patient images or reports, please contact our team at (360) 428-7275.

A completed medical release form may be required before records can be released.

Provider Frequently Asked Questions

The Women’s Imaging Center follows breast imaging recommendations from the American College of Radiology and the Society of Breast Imaging. For all women, annual screening mammography is generally recommended.

Patients with additional risk factors should be evaluated to determine whether earlier or additional screening may be appropriate.

Patients with genetics-based increased risk, a calculated lifetime risk of 20% or more, a history of chest radiation at a young age, personal history of breast findings, dense breast tissue, or other risk factors may require earlier or additional screening.

Screening recommendations should be individualized based on the patient’s history, risk factors, and provider guidance.

Evaluation of a palpable breast mass in a female patient

Age Imaging Protocol
Under 30 Ultrasound only
30 ond older Ultrasound Only
30 and older Bilateral diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound of the symptomatic breast

Evaluation of a palpable breast mass in a male patient

Age Imaging Protocol
Under 20 Ultrasound only
20 and older Bilateral diagnostic mammogram; ultrasound if the lesion is not subareolar

No. The Women’s Imaging Center does not perform breast thermograms.