Optum – Nevada

Optum – Nevada

Colon cancer screenings can save your life

Learn more about your options

You have many choices for screening. Talk to your doctor about which one is best for you based on your health history.
  • Colonoscopy: Removes polyps and finds cancer early. May only be needed once every 10 years.
  • Cologuard®: A good choice that can be done at home to find 92% of cancers. Test is good for 3 years.
  • FIT Test:A low-cost, at-home stool test that finds 70–80% of cancers. Test should be done yearly.
Remember, your annual wellness visit is the best time to talk to your doctor about your colon cancer screening.

To schedule this screening, call 1-702-933-1388, TTY 711 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.).
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Schedule your
Annual Wellness Visit today

Let’s talk about your health needs

It’s a new year and the perfect time to have your Annual Wellness Visit. You’ll work with your primary care doctor to meet your wellness goals.

We’re here to support you when you need it. You have NowClinic for virtual visits, a senior priority access Line and our 24/7 telephone advice nurse line.

Get the care that’s right for you.
1-866-406-4683, TTY 711

Member resources to help keep you feeling your best

As an Optum – Nevada Network, you have easy access to the care you need through our many medical resources.

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