Health care isn’t just for when you are sick.
Annual Medicare Wellness Visits are a vital part of every senior’s health care and serve as an important touch-point between you and our dedicated care team at the Medicare Wellness Center.
6 Ways Annual Medicare Wellness Visits Keep You Healthy
Annual Medicare Wellness Visits deliver a comprehensive review of your overall health and wellness, as well as personalized services, treatment plans, and health advice that can help keep you out of the hospital and maintain good health and wellness.
During your Annual Medicare Wellness Visit, our care team will:
- Focus on preventive care
The primary focus of Medicare wellness visits is prevention. Detecting potential health issues early allows our team to better address those issues and provide treatment. A variety of screenings, tests, and immunizations designed to prevent hospitalization or identify potential health issues may be recommended or conducted during your visit.
- Help you manage medications
During your visit, your provider will review and discuss any medications you may be taking. This ensures your medications are up-to-date, effective, and that you’re aware of any potential side effects or interactions. This is also a great opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about your medications.
- Establish and maintain trusted patient-provider relationships
Working with a provider you know and trust creates an environment where you can feel safe and confident discussing any and all aspects of your health and wellness. We set aside an entire hour for your Annual Medicare Wellness Visit, giving you time to build a relationship with your provider and fully discuss your health care concerns and needs.
- Review home safety
Our team will discuss home safety during your visit to assess potential vulnerabilities. Ensuring you have functioning smoke detectors and alarms, carbon-monoxide detectors, and other elements of home safety is an important but often overlooked element of Annual Medicare Wellness Visits.
- Perform X-rays and lab work
Full lab work and X-rays, if needed, are standard practice during each visit. X-rays and blood work help our team identify numerous potential health issues and assess your overall health. Cholesterol, blood sugar, and nutrient deficiencies are common elements measured during routine lab work.
- Conduct screenings for depression and emotional health needs
Screenings for depression and other emotional health needs are a crucial element of Annual Medicare Wellness Visits. These screenings help our team assess your overall health and wellness so we can better care for you.
Helping You Navigate Health Care With Medicare
From primary and preventative care to every aspect of health and wellness, the Medicare Wellness Center is here to help Medicare patients navigate their health care journey.
Our friendly and dedicated health care professionals take the time to get to know you and better understand how to care for your overall health.
Learn more about the Hereford Medicare Wellness Center here and call (806) 364-7512 to schedule your Medicare Wellness Visit today.
