THey can if they are trained to do it. If they completed a primary care residency and are board certified in primary care that gives a recognized level of competency. If a serious illness is suspected a referral to a specialist is required(OB_GYN).
Family physicians routinely do pap smears. It is a normal part of family practice.
There is no law that determines the time to start pap smears. Pap smears are recommended for women 21 to 65.
Typically women get pap smears. Rarely, men get anal pap smears, but this is not a common practice.
Pap smears are no longer used to detect cell atrophy.
Medicare pays for pap smears at the recommended frequency. Most women do not need pap smears annually. If you do require an annual pap due to your medical history, Medicare will pay.
Pap smears are normal parts of a physician assistant's work. They are done in internal medicine, GYN, and family practice settings.
Pap smears are recommended for women 21 and over. Women who have not had intercourse are at low risk for Cervical cancer.
Typically Pap smears are done to check for abnormal cells on the cervix. Vaginal and anal Pap smears can also be done.
No, Pap smears are not mandatory. However they are strongly recommended every year because a doctor is able to make sure your healthy.
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Annual pap smears are no longer recommended for patients with a history of normal pap smears. The typical interval is three to five years unless you have an abnormal result.
For women with no history of abnormal pap smears, the frequency of paps is typically every three to five years. Women who had an abnormal or inadequate pap smear may get two smears in a year depending on their health history.