3D Mammography in Seminole, FL

The American Cancer Society recommends annual mammograms starting at age 40 for women at average risk. Women with higher risk factors (family history, genetic markers) may need to start earlier. Ask your doctor about your personal timeline.

Yes. 3D mammography detects up to 40% more invasive cancers than 2D alone, and reduces false positives (callbacks) by up to 40%. It's especially beneficial for women with dense breast tissue.

You may feel pressure during the brief compression, but it shouldn't be painful. Each compression lasts only a few seconds. If you're sensitive, scheduling after your period when breasts are less tender can help.

Screening mammograms for women 40+ can generally be self-referred. Self-pay patients do not need a referral. Our physician reviews your request the same day — most self-pay patients are seen same day or added as a walk-in. For diagnostic mammograms billed to insurance, your doctor's order is required. Call (727) 398-5999 to confirm your specific situation.

Yes. Women with implants should still get routine screening mammograms. Tell us about your implants when you schedule so we allow extra time — the technologist takes additional implant-displacement (Eklund) views that gently push the implant back to image more breast tissue. Rupture from compression is very rare. 3D mammography is often recommended because it improves visibility of tissue around the implant.

Dense breasts have more fibrous and glandular tissue than fat. Density is normal and common — roughly 40% of women over 40 — but it makes cancers harder to see on 2D images and modestly raises breast cancer risk. Your mammogram report will now state your density under the FDA rule effective September 2024. If you are dense, 3D mammography is recommended, and your doctor may add a screening breast ultrasound.

Yes. Our mammography facility meets all FDA/MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) requirements. We maintain strict quality standards for equipment, personnel, and procedures.

A self-pay screening 2D mammogram at AMI is $195 and a 2D/3D mammogram (screening or diagnostic) is $249, radiologist reading included. With insurance, annual screening mammograms are covered in full by most plans from age 40.

For a screening mammogram, most patients do not: you can schedule directly. A diagnostic mammogram (for a lump, pain or a call-back) needs a physician's order so the radiologist can tailor the views. Call (727) 398-5999 if you are not sure which you need.

Your results go to your physician in 48–72 hours, and screening results are mailed to you as required by law. If anything needs a closer look we call you to arrange additional views, often the same week.