Physicians Practice August 26, 2021
Only a quarter of Medicare and Medicare Advantage recipients receive an annual wellness visit.
Nearly half (45%) of all Medicare beneficiaries have four or more chronic conditions, making the prevention, management, and treatment of those conditions critical to both health outcomes and healthcare spending. Unfortunately, many Medicare and Medicare Advantage (MA) recipients are not aware that they are eligible for an initial preventive physical exam (IPPE) in their 65th year and an annual wellness visit (AWV) every year thereafter.
For patients, these visits can be incredibly valuable, as they may uncover or identify areas of concern or risk that need further study or treatment. Early detection of disease not only enables prompt treatment that can prevent disease progression, but...
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