Annual Wellness Visits
An annual wellness visit (also known as a preventative health exam) should be scheduled with your primary care provider to identify potential health issues before they become serious. The visit will help you to focus on a healthy lifestyle and identify important screening tests, vaccinations and other necessary testing.
Most insurance companies cover your annual wellness visit, including Medicare Part B. Insurance coverage for an annual physical health exam will vary.
What does a Wellness Visit include?
Medicare Part B covers the following:
Routine measurements like height, weight, and blood pressure.
A review of your medical and family
A review of your current prescriptions
Personalized health advice
A Cognitive Assessment
What additional checks may be performed as part of a Physical Exam?
Blood Tests
Immunizations
A physical examination
How should you prepare for your visit?
If blood or urine tests will be made, fast for at least four hours before the visit. You may drink water or black coffee and take any maintenance medications.
Bring a list of all your current prescriptions, including dosage information, as well as any supplements or over-the-counter medications you take.
Know your family medical history and your own immunization history.
If issues are identified during a wellness visit or you have specific medical issues, it may be necessary to schedule a follow-up or “sick” visit.
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