MEDICARE PREVENTIVE VISITS

INITIAL PREVENTIVE PHYSICAL EXAMS AND ANNUAL WELLNESS VISITS

Alameda Alliance for Health (Alliance) is your partner in health. Below is a summary of some check-ups that are important for your health.

Your First Year: The “Welcome to Medicare” Visit (also known as the Medicare Initial Preventive Physical Exam IPPE)

• When to get it: During your first 12 months with any Medicare Part B plan. This exam is only done once per lifetime.
• What happens: You and your doctor talk about your health history and how to stay healthy. Your doctor will complete a physical exam.

Every Year After: The Annual Wellness Visit

• When to get it: Once a year, after you have been with any Medicare Part B plan for over 12 months.
• What happens: You have a talk with your care team about screenings (tests), labs, and referrals to specialists. This visit is not a physical exam.

These check-ups give you time with your doctor to make a care plan and are at no cost to you. Call your doctor’s office today to learn more and set up your appointment.

WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR VISIT

WHAT A NURSE OR DOCTOR WILL DO DURING THE VISIT:

Alameda Alliance Wellness is an HMO D-SNP plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the California State Medi-Cal (Medicaid) Program. Enrollment in Alameda Alliance Wellness depends on contract renewal.

This information is not a complete description of benefits. To learn more about your plan benefits and covered services, please review your Alameda Alliance Wellness Member Handbook.

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