- Preventive services are healthcare services that are provided to help prevent illness or detect medical problems at an early stage when treatment is most likely to be effective. In the context of Medicare, most preventive services are covered under Original Medicare at no cost to the beneficiary.
- Some examples of preventive services covered under Original Medicare include the following:
- Flu shots
- Annual wellness visit
- Bone density test
- Breast cancer mammogram
- Colorectal cancer screening
- Cardiovascular disease screening
- Diabetes screening
- Glaucoma tests
- Glaucoma tests
- It’s important to note that the specific preventive services covered under Original Medicare may vary based on the beneficiary’s age, gender, and medical history. It’s important for beneficiaries to understand their coverage and to discuss their preventive care needs with their healthcare provider.
- In addition to the preventive services covered under Original Medicare, some Medicare Advantage plans (private health insurance plans that are an alternative to Original Medicare) may also cover additional preventive services. It’s important for beneficiaries to understand the terms of their Medicare Advantage plan and to discuss their preventive care needs with their healthcare provider.
- Overall, preventive services are an important tool in maintaining good health and catching potential medical issues early on, and Original Medicare covers a wide range of preventive services at no cost to the beneficiary. It’s important for beneficiaries to understand their coverage and to discuss their preventive care
needs with their healthcare provider.
