Progress, Not Perfection

How to Maximize Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit

During your Annual Wellness Visit, your healthcare provider will:

• Review your medical history and current health concerns

• Assess your risk factors and recommend preventive care, such as vaccines or screenings

• Help you set achievable health goals

• Create or update a Personalized Prevention Plan tailored to your needs

As long as your doctor accepts Medicare, this visit is fully covered—no copay and no deductible.

What to Bring With You

Preparing for your visit can help you make the most of your appointment. Here’s what you should bring:

- A complete list of all your medications, including over-the-counter supplements
- Contact information for any specialists or other healthcare providers you are seeing
- Updates to your personal and family health history
- Notes about any hospital stays, new diagnoses, or major health changes in the past year
- A written list of questions or concerns you would like to discuss

Pro Tip: If your provider asks you to complete a health risk assessment before your appointment, be sure to fill it out and bring it with you.

What Your Doctor Might Discuss

This visit focuses on understanding your overall health and planning for the future. Topics may include:

• Checking your height, weight, blood pressure, and other basic vitals

• Reviewing your medications for effectiveness and potential interactions

• Screening for risks such as falls, cognitive decline, or depression

• - Discussing lifestyle factors, including diet, physical activity, and tobacco use

• - Recommending age-appropriate preventive screenings and vaccinations

  At the end of your visit, you will receive a Personalized Prevention Plan, which serves as your customized health guide for the year ahead.

  What the Wellness Visit Doesn’t Include

  Please note that this appointment does not cover treatment for new or existing conditions. If your provider addresses separate medical issues during your visit, you may receive a bill for those additional services.

  To avoid surprises, it’s wise to ask in advance:

  “Will this be billed as a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?”

  Ready to Schedule?

  Your Annual Wellness Visit is an opportunity to check in on your overall health and establish a plan for a healthier year ahead. It’s not just about identifying problems; it’s about preventing them.

  If you haven’t scheduled your visit yet, now is the perfect time. If you have any questions about what’s covered, feel free to reach out to us for assistance!