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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

I’m just going to screen everybody who’s over the age of 65 as part of my annual wellness visit for Medicare. Anna 31:50 Well, I just wanted to say that the whole idea of, like, see if people report a symptom and then do a workup, that is the annual wellness visit approach for most practices, I think, is just a question.

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

It’s more than just visiting your doctor when something feels off—it’s about catching potential problems early, staying on top of health screenings, and setting goals that keep you feeling your best. Medicare Part B does not cover a traditional annual physical in the way many expect, but it does offer a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit.

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10 Things To Do To Keep Your Heart Happy

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

In addition to a special day called Valentines, I would like to bring awareness to why we should keep our hearts healthy. Cholesterol, sugars, kidney, liver and electrolytes are typically screened during annual wellness visits. Your heart is undoubtedly one of the most important organs in your body.