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Book Medicare's yearly Wellness visit once you're on Part B

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Medicare Part B covers a yearly Wellness visit to build or update a personal prevention plan, with a written checklist of the screenings and vaccines you need. It's a conversation, not a routine physical, so book a separate visit for specific health concerns. Your first one can't be within 12 months of enrolling in Part B or of your Welcome to Medicare visit.

The result

Result: Medicare.gov: covered once every 12 months, and you pay nothing if your provider accepts assignment; the Part B deductible doesn't apply, but extra tests or services in the same visit may cost you.

Note: Not financial advice. General information only; check your own situation or ask a qualified professional.

Source

Medicare.gov: Yearly Wellness visits (opens the original source in a new tab). Check it for the latest numbers before you act.

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