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Early Detection Saves Lives

The best way to beat cancer is to catch it early. That’s why Northside Hospital Cancer Institute offers comprehensive cancer screenings at locations across Georgia. Whether you’re due for a routine exam, interested in genetic testing or just want to get checked out, our cancer experts are here to see you in a timely manner at convenient locations near you.

Read about some of our core screening services below. Call 404-531-4444 to schedule a screening appointment, or register for a free Prostate or Skin Cancer screening near you.

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Breast and Cervical Cancer

Northside Hospital Cancer Institute diagnoses and treats more breast cancer cases each year than every other Georgia hospital. From routine screenings to cutting-edge treatment, Northside Hospital is built to beat breast cancer.

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Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is highly preventable, even curable, when caught early. Regular screenings for colorectal cancer can detect polyps before they become cancerous. If you’re over age 45, schedule an appointment to get screened.

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Lung Cancer

Early detection is critical in the treatment of lung cancer. Northside Hospital Cancer Institute offers non-invasive CT lung cancer screenings at more than 45 imaging locations across Georgia. Call to find out if you are eligible.

 

 

 

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Prostate Cancer

Beginning at age 40, men should discuss the pros and cons of a prostate cancer screening with a physician — especially if they’re considered to be at higher risk. Find an upcoming free prostate cancer screening in your area and register to be screened.

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Skin Cancer

Everyone should check their skin each month to look for the signs of skin cancer. In addition to monthly self-exams, you should also see a dermatologist for an annual screening. Find an upcoming free skin cancer screening in your area and register to be screened.

Get Help Finding the Right Care
Talk with a nurse care coordinator to find a doctor, schedule a screening, or learn more about our Second Opinion Program.
Call 404-531-4444

High Risk Clinic

If you are at elevated risk for breast or ovarian cancer, you have more options than you might think. At the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute High Risk Clinic, you can connect with a team of advanced practice providers, genetic counselors and registered dietitians to help you better understand and lower your risk for cancer. Our services include:

  • Precise cancer risk assessments
  • State-of-the-art genetic testing
  • Personalized risk reduction plans
  • Ongoing screenings and follow-ups
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Northside Hospital Accepts Most Major Insurance Plans

Please see below for a sampling of the major plans we accept. If you're concerned about paying for your cancer treatment, reach out to Northside Oncology Access Center, we may be able to help.

If you don’t see your insurance below, and are concerned about affording your care, please give us a call. Northside may be able to help. 

  • Aetna
  • Amerigroup: Medicaid product
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield MA HMO
  • CareSource TRICARE
  • CareSource: Marketplace Exchange product
  • CareSource: Medicaid product
  • Cigna
  • Clear Spring Health EON Medicare Advantage
  • Clover Medicare
  • Coventry (via Aetna)
  • Devoted Health Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSpring/Cigna MA
  • Humana
  • Kaiser (select specialties)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan/PHCS/Beech Street
  • Nomi Health
  • NovaNet
  • NS Health Network
  • Oscar Exchange
  • Peach State: Ambetter Exchange product
  • Peach State: Medicaid product
  • PruittHealth
  • QT QuickMed
  • Sonder Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • United Healthcare
  • WellCare: Medicare product (via Peach State)
Contact the High Risk Clinic
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
Not during hours? Leave us a message.
Call 404-851-6284
 

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