Key Takeaways
- 1Many preventive services are covered at 100%
- 2Medicare Advantage may include dental, vision, and hearing
- 3Annual Wellness Visits help catch issues early
- 4Some plans offer gym memberships and transportation
Welcome to the complex world of Medicare. If you think Medicare is just about doctor visits and hospital stays, you're missing out on valuable benefits that could improve your health and save you money.
Free Preventive Services
Original Medicare covers many preventive services at no cost when you see providers who accept assignment. These include annual wellness visits, flu shots, cancer screenings, and more.
- Annual Wellness Visit
- Cardiovascular screenings
- Cancer screenings (mammograms, colonoscopies)
- Diabetes screenings and monitoring
- Depression screenings
- Flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19 vaccines
Medicare Advantage Extra Benefits
Many Medicare Advantage plans offer benefits not covered by Original Medicare, including routine dental, vision, hearing, fitness programs, and even over-the-counter allowances.
Maximizing Your Medicare
The key to getting the most from Medicare is understanding what's covered and using your benefits. Schedule your Annual Wellness Visit, take advantage of preventive screenings, and review your plan annually to ensure it still meets your needs.