Short answer
ACOG recommends a first reproductive health visit between ages 13 and 15, usually without an internal exam.
Well Woman Screenings by Age
| Age | Common recommendations |
|---|---|
| 13–20 | First reproductive health visit at 13–15; HPV vaccine; STI screening if sexually active |
| 21–29 | Pap test every 3 years; chlamydia and gonorrhea screening under 25 |
| 30–39 | HPV test every 5 years (or co-test, or Pap every 3 years) |
| 40–64 | Mammogram every 2 years; colorectal screening from 45; cervical screening continues |
| 65+ | Bone density screening; cervical screening may stop after adequate normal results |
USA Well Woman Exam: Quick Facts
- How often
- Yearly
- Cost (ACA plans)
- $0 in-network
- Pap/HPV
- Starting at 21, every 3–5 years
- Mammogram
- Every 2 years, ages 40–74
- Bone density
- From 65 (earlier if at risk)
- Folic acid
- 400 mcg/day if you could become pregnant
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