The Medicare annual wellness visit assesses your current physical health and potential health risks. It’s one of the many benefits an individual can have as a Medicare policyholder, and one well worth taking advantage of. This will be a look into qualifying for the visit, what it involves and the costs.
What Do I Need To Qualify For The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?
In order to qualify for the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, you must have Medicare Part B. Anyone with Part B can qualify for an Annual Wellness Visit after having it for a year. This visit is only covered if you’re seeing a healthcare provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What Does The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit Include?
The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit involves a “Health Risk Assessment” questionnaire, in which you and your provider review your personal and family medical history. From there, your healthcare provider will devise a personalized plan as a preventive measure against the health problems you’re at risk for. You’ll also get measurements such as blood pressure, height, and weight.
The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit provides an opportunity for advance care planning, which involves your medical care preferences for when you’re unable to communicate.
You’ll also get a cognitive assessment to identify early signs of dementia. You’ll get questions about any memory issues, your ability to manage your finances, and your daily decision-making.
If you’re on opioid medications, your healthcare provider will review your chances for opioid use disorder, as well as evaluating your current pain level and treatment plan.
What Isn’t Covered?
Any additional services or tests that follow the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit won’t be covered as part of the visit, but rather as a separate outpatient charge.
How Much Will I Pay For The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?
This is a free visit – not even the Medicare Part B deductible applies here. The only time you’ll pay is when you get extra services that are not included as part of the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit. The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit provides a free way to devise a preventive treatment plan without having to pay outpatient costs, as would be the case if you were to make a routine visit.
Learn More About Your Coverage Today
At JA Agency, we give you policies that give you everything you need at the lowest cost. We can help you get a Part B policy so that you’ll be able to access this free visit. We provide our services with compassion and honesty. Call us today at (551) 795-1229 to learn more.