Did You Know There are Three Types of Comprehensive Wellness Visits Available to Medicare Beneficiaries?

1. Within the first 12 months of enrolling into the Medicare Part B plan the “Welcome to Medicare” Preventive Visit coverage is available. Usually conducted by your PCP (Primary Care Physician), this free visit includes a broad review of your health and offers counseling and education about different prevention methods that may be helpful and needed.
2. Another Medicare covered benefit is annual wellness visits, this is available to everyone who enrolls in Medicare Plan B. This is offered every year, however, the annual wellness is a conversation between you and the doctor to review your medical history, medications, immunizations, and discuss any health concerns in the foreseeable future. ​
3. Annual routine physicals are not covered by Medicare, however, it may offer free of charge to many members of Medicare Advantage Plans once every calendar year. It included a broad examination that includes medical history review and may include other examinations.