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Alaska Seeks Providers for Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Services

The State of Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health, is seeking qualified healthcare providers to deliver breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services for eligible low-income women and transgender individuals through the Alaska Breast & Cervical Screening Program. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services - Division of Public Health, Section of Women's, Children's, and Family Health - Services Requested: - Breast cancer screening (mammograms, clinical breast exams, breast MRI for high-risk women) - Cervical cancer screening (Pap tests, HPV testing) - Diagnostic follow-ups (ultrasound, biopsies, colposcopy, pathology services) - Travel cost coverage for patients needing diagnostic services not available locally (airfare, ground transportation, lodging) - Referral and assistance to Breast and Cervical Medicaid for eligible patients diagnosed with cancer or precancerous conditions - Providers: - Clinics, hospitals, laboratories, and specialists (e.g., breast and gynecology consultants) - Must be licensed professionals and facilities meeting safety and accessibility standards - Notable Requirements: - Services reimbursed at Medicare rates - Providers must comply with privacy, security, and nondiscrimination policies - Program operates as payer of last resort; excludes Medicare Part B enrollees - Documentation required: licensure, business registration, insurance, and compliance with state/federal regulations - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a provider enrollment and clinical services opportunity

Description

The Department of Health, Division of Public Health, is entering into agreements with qualified providers for the State of Alaska's Breast & Cervical Screening Program. The purpose is to provide breast and cervical cancer screening and related clinical services to age and income eligible women enrolled in the program. The agreements cover screening and diagnostic services, including follow-up and referral to Medicaid for eligible patients. Providers must comply with state and federal regulations, including privacy and security procedures, and billing requirements.

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