Preventive Services

Annual physical Blood pressure screening Cholesterol screening Diabetes screening (type 2) Routine immunization vaccines Mammograms & Colonoscopies Well-baby and Well-child visits Depression screening It's a sad truth, but each year millions of people die from preventable causes - from things like cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease, injuries, and diabetes, to name a few. By visiting your doctor regularly and taking full advantage of the no- cost preventive services provided to you through your health plan, your doctor can establish baselines for your health, detecting changes in your body and health easier and faster. Early detection can save your life - so get your annual physical, get your preventive screenings and immunizations, and stay healthy! DID YOU KNOW? N E W S L E T T E R Preventive services consist of healthcare services that include check-ups, patient counseling, and screenings to prevent illness, disease and other health-related problems. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), most health plans are required to provide a set list of preventive services at no cost to the member. This means you will not be charged a copayment or coinsurance, and the service will not apply towards your deductible. Some examples of preventive services are: PREVENTIVE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED AT NO COST TO YOU Note that these services are provided at no-cost when using an in-network provider, but there may be a charge if you choose an out-of-network provider. WHY IS PREVENTIVE CARE SO IMPORTANT?