Which skin cancer screening service is right for you?

There are different types of melanoma, each with different features. To an untrained eye, it can be very hard to spot melanoma. Particularly as some types of melanoma can look much like any other freckle or spot.

This is why we recommend annual skin cancer screening - even if you’re not at high risk of skin cancer. With a regular skin and mole check at a reputable skin cancer clinic you can track your moles and see when anything changes.

Unless performed by a GP or dermatologist, skin exams are, typically, not covered by Medicare. However, many health insurance plans include coverage for skin cancer screenings.

A skin check takes around 15-20 minutes and involves a thorough, full-body examination – from head to toe including under your nails – by one of our melanographers. Images of any suspicious moles are sent electronically to a registered dermatologist for diagnosis. 

‍Full body mole mapping takes longer than a skin check, up to 45 min­utes – depend­ing on the num­ber of moles and whether any fea­tures of skin cancer are detected. It includes full body photography, which helps to track, compare and monitor moles over time.

The price for MoleMap skin cancer screening depends on which service you select. There are three to choose from (listed above). At MoleMap, there’s the option to spread the cost of your skin check over four equal installments (using Afterpay).

MoleMap recommends annual skin cancer screening by your doctor, dermatologist or MoleMap melanographer. It’s also a good idea to do a self check every three months, in between annual appointments.