Well Woman Exams in Longview, TX
Texas Primary Care Associates provides well woman exams at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview, TX. The yearly visit includes a health review, breast and pelvic exams, a Pap test when you are due, and care for birth control, menstrual concerns, menopause and STD testing. Gloria Montes, FNP, includes women’s health in her primary care.
Accepting new patients. Most major insurance, including BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Ambetter
What is a well woman exam?
A well woman exam is a yearly preventive visit focused on women’s health. It covers general health, such as blood pressure and weight, plus breast health, cervical cancer screening, reproductive health, and changes that come with different stages of life, from first periods to menopause.
At Texas Primary Care Associates, the visit is tailored to your age and history. Some years include a Pap test, and some years focus on other screenings, birth control or menopause questions. It is also a comfortable place to bring up concerns you may not raise elsewhere.
- Health history, vital signs and a physical exam
- Breast exam and pelvic exam when appropriate
- Pap test and HPV testing when you are due
- Mammogram and bone density referrals when recommended
Women’s health care in Longview
A well woman visit can cover many parts of women’s health in one appointment.
Cervical cancer screening
Pap and HPV tests on the schedule recommended for your age.
Screenings by ageBreast health
A breast exam, a review of your risk and referral for a screening mammogram.
Preventive careBirth control counseling
A review of birth control options and prescriptions that fit your health and plans.
PrescriptionsMenopause care
Hot flashes, sleep changes and other menopause symptoms, plus bone health.
Menopause symptomsWhat happens at a well woman exam
Your provider explains each step and you can ask questions or pause at any time.
Health history
Your periods, pregnancies, birth control, sexual health, family history and any concerns.
General exam
Blood pressure, weight and a physical exam, including a breast exam.
Pelvic exam and Pap test
When you are due, a pelvic exam and a Pap or HPV test, which takes only a few minutes.
Plan and referrals
Results follow-up, prescriptions, and referrals for a mammogram or specialist if needed.
How often do you need a Pap test?
These are U.S. Preventive Services Task Force guidelines for women at average risk. Your provider may recommend a different schedule based on your history.
| Recommended test | How often | Good to know | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 21 | No cervical cancer screening | Not needed | A well woman visit can still cover periods, birth control and vaccines |
| 21 to 29 | Pap test | Every 3 years | HPV testing is used only if a Pap result is unclear |
| 30 to 65 | Pap test, HPV test, or both together | Pap every 3 years, or HPV test alone or with a Pap every 5 years | Your provider helps you choose the option that fits you |
| Over 65 | Usually none | Can stop if past results were normal | Keep screening if you have had abnormal results or a higher risk |
Preparing for your well woman exam
A well woman exam is about more than a Pap test. Even in years when you do not need cervical screening, a yearly visit keeps your blood pressure, breast health, bone health and other screenings on track, and gives you time to talk about anything that has changed.
How to prepare
- Try to schedule when you are not on your period if a Pap test is planned
- Avoid douching and vaginal creams for a couple of days before a Pap test
- Note the first day of your last period
- Bring a list of medicines, including birth control or hormone therapy
- Write down questions about periods, sex, fertility or menopause
Breast cancer screening
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends a screening mammogram every two years for women ages 40 to 74 at average risk. Your provider reviews your family history and may suggest a different plan if your risk is higher, and arranges the mammogram by referral.
Care through menopause and beyond
Menopause brings changes such as hot flashes, sleep problems and bone loss. Your provider can talk through symptom relief, check your bone health and recommend a bone density test when it is due. Women 65 and older are generally advised to have osteoporosis screening.
Insurance and cost
Most health plans cover a yearly well woman visit as preventive care with no copay in network. Texas Primary Care Associates accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Ambetter. Medicare covers Pap tests and pelvic exams on its own schedule. Call to verify your coverage.
Explore related care at our clinic
- Menopause symptoms
- Osteoporosis prevention
- Thyroid symptoms
- STD testing & treatment
- Annual physical exams
- Preventive care
- Medical weight loss
- Primary care
Sources
- Cervical Cancer: Screening, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
- Cervical Cancer Screening, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
- Breast Cancer: Screening, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
- Pap Smear, MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Menopause, MedlinePlus
Last updated October 9, 2026 by Texas Primary Care Associates.
Women’s health with our family nurse practitioner
Gloria Montes, FNP, provides primary care that includes women’s health, preventive care and chronic disease management.
Gloria Montes
Provides primary care for adults, adolescents and children, including women’s health, preventive care and chronic disease management.
NPI 1992375646
Steven Thompson, M.D.
Graduate of New York Medical College, caring for adults with acute illnesses and long-term conditions.
“I have been a patient with Gloria Montes, FNP-C for over 2 years. She is very caring and thoughtful. Listens to your concerns and asks questions about how you’re feeling both physical and mental.”
Janet Munoz, Google review. Read more reviewsWhen to get emergency care
Call 911 or go to the nearest ER for:
- Very heavy vaginal bleeding, or bleeding with dizziness or fainting
- Sudden, severe belly or pelvic pain
- Pain or bleeding during pregnancy
- Chest pain or trouble breathing
- Face drooping, arm weakness or slurred speech
Warning signs based on MedlinePlus: Abdominal pain and American Stroke Association.
Well woman exam questions we hear most
Quick answers about women’s health visits in Longview.
Still have questions?
Our front desk can answer questions about visits and confirm your insurance before you come in.
Call (903) 230-9811What is included in a well woman exam?
A health history, vital signs, a physical exam, a breast exam, and a pelvic exam and Pap or HPV test when you are due. The visit can also cover birth control, period problems, menopause and STD testing.
Do I need a Pap test every year?
No. Most women 21 to 29 need a Pap test every 3 years. Women 30 to 65 can have a Pap test every 3 years or an HPV test, alone or with a Pap, every 5 years. Your provider follows your history.
Is a well woman exam covered by insurance?
Most plans cover a yearly well woman visit as preventive care with no copay in network. The clinic accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Ambetter and most major plans. Call to verify.
Do you do mammograms at the clinic?
Mammograms are not done at the clinic. Your provider orders a screening mammogram and refers you to an imaging center, then reviews the results with you.
Do you provide prenatal care?
No. Texas Primary Care Associates does not provide prenatal or obstetric care. If you are pregnant, your provider can refer you to an OB-GYN.
Can I get birth control at a well woman visit?
Yes. Your provider reviews your options and health history and can prescribe birth control when it is appropriate.
Should I reschedule if I have my period?
If a Pap test is planned, it is best to schedule when you are not on your period. Call (903) 230-9811 and the front desk can help you pick a good date.
Who performs well woman exams?
Well woman exams are provided by Gloria Montes, MSN, BSN, RN, FNP, a family nurse practitioner whose care includes women's health.
Schedule your well woman exam in Longview
Texas Primary Care Associates
705 E Marshall Ave, Suite 3001, Medical Building Plaza #3
Longview, TX 75601
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00am – 5:00pm (walk-ins welcome)
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
- Phone
- (903) 230-9811
- Fax
- (903) 653-1431
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Make time for your health this year
Texas Primary Care Associates provides well woman exams Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview. Call to schedule your visit.