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Bookmark or Share- Lung cancer screenings - Medicare InteractiveLung cancer screenings include an annual Low-Dose Computed Tomography (LDCT, also called low-dose CT) chest scan. Eligibility. Medicare Part B covers an annual lung cancer screening and LDCT scan if all of the following apply: You are age 55-77. You currently smoke or have quit smoking in the past 15 years. You smoked or have smoked an average ...
- Prostate cancer screenings - Medicare InteractiveDiagnostic prostate cancer screenings are covered at 80% of the Medicare- approved amount. When you receive the service from a participating provider, you pay a 20% coinsurance after you meet your Part B deductible. If you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, your plan’s cost and coverage rules apply when receiving diagnostic screenings.
- Vaccines and immunizations - Medicare InteractiveInfluenza (flu) shots, including both the seasonal flu vaccine and the H1NI (swine flu) vaccine. Pneumococcal (pneumonia) shots. Hepatitis B shots. COVID-19 vaccine. Part B also covers vaccines after you have been exposed to a dangerous virus or disease. For example, Part B will cover a tetanus shot if you step on a rusty nail, or a rabies shot ...
- Welcome to Medicare preventive visit - Medicare InteractiveThe Welcome to Medicare preventive visit is a one-time appointment you can choose to receive when you are new to Medicare. The aim of the visit is to promote general health and help prevent diseases. Eligibility. Medicare Part B covers your one-time Welcome to Medicare preventive visit. Note that you must receive this visit within the first 12 ...
- Annual Wellness Visit - Medicare coverage - Medicare InteractiveAnnual Wellness Visit. The Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider (PCP) to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan may help prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. Keep in mind that the AWV is not a head-to-toe physical.
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