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Medicare Preventive Test and Screening Services
Medicare Part B provides services including tests, shots, and screenings. These preventive measures provide a snapshot of your health and...
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Medicare Part B provides services including tests, shots, and screenings. These preventive measures provide a snapshot of your health and well-being. Coverage also includes counseling that helps seniors make more informed decisions with lifestyle choices.
Tests
One-time “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit
Glaucoma
Prostate and colorectal cancer screenings
Pelvic Exams
Bone mass measurements
Sexually transmitted infection testing
Yearly wellness visit
Flu, Hepatitis B, and Pneumococcal shots
Screenings
Multiple cancers
Hepatitis C
Diabetes
Depression
Obesity
Alcohol
Cardiovascular
HIV
Counseling
Alcohol
Obesity
Sexually transmitted infections
Tobacco use cessation
Nutrition therapy
References:
https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/preventive-and-screening-services.html
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