Personal History of Cancer

What is included with a personal history appointment?​

• Two appointments​ with a HealthyGene genetic counselor

• 60 minute pre-test appointment

  • Review your personal and family medical history

  • Discuss genetic testing options

  • Place order for genetic testing

• 30 minute follow-up session to review results and clinical action plan

• You will receive a copy of your pedigree (family tree), a written interpretation of your test results, and a clinical action plan

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What information will be covered during the pre-test appointment?

During the pre-test appointment, we will review your personal and family medical history, genetic testing options, possible results, benefits and limitations of genetic testing, and how the results could impact your future healthcare decisions and your family members.

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What genetic testing options are available through a personal history appointment with HealthyGene?

The exact genetic test(s) recommended is dependent on your personal and family history and your goals for genetic testing. Most commonly, a panel of genes is recommended. Click here to learn more about hereditary cancer genetic testing.

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Can my partner, family member, or friend attend?

Yes, you are welcome to have a guest attend the consultation, as long as they live in a state HealthyGene serves. ​

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Is genetic testing covered as part of the package?

No, but it may be covered by your insurance. Genetic testing for hereditary cancer is often covered by insurance plans, if you meet certain criteria. These criteria are typically based on your personal and/or family history of cancer. Your genetic counselor will let you know if you meet genetic testing criteria. If your insurance does cover testing, it is still subject to the deductible and any co-insurance required by your plan. Our laboratory partner will contact you if your out-of-pocket cost will be over $100. If you choose not to use insurance or if your insurance does not cover genetic testing, the fee charged by our laboratory partner is typically between $250 and $350.

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Does HealthyGene accept insurance?

We currently do not accept insurance for our genetic counseling services. However, we can provide a superbill upon request which you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. Please note, this is for our pre-test and result consultations only. The genetic testing itself may be covered by your insurance.