Understanding Medicare’s Preventive Services: What You Get at No Cost

brandonwashington10
Apr 24
2 min read

Preventive care is one of the best ways to stay healthy and avoid serious medical problems down the road. That’s why Medicare offers a wide range of preventive services at no cost to beneficiaries. If you're enrolled in Medicare Part B, here’s what you can expect to get free of charge in 2025.

Annual Wellness Visit

You’re entitled to one free wellness visit every year. This is not a full physical but includes:

A review of your medical and family history
Measurement of vital signs
Discussion of preventive screenings
Development of a personalized health plan

Free Screenings Covered by Medicare

Cancer Screenings

✅ Mammograms – Annually for women age 40 and older

✅ Colorectal cancer screenings – Includes colonoscopies, fecal tests, and sigmoidoscopies

✅ Prostate cancer screenings – PSA tests for men age 50+

Cardiovascular and Diabetes Screenings

✅ Heart disease risk screenings – Every 5 years

✅ Diabetes screenings – Up to twice per year for at-risk individuals

✅ Obesity screenings and counseling

Vaccinations

✅ Flu shot – Once per flu season

✅ Pneumococcal vaccines – As recommended

✅ Hepatitis B vaccine – For those at medium to high risk

✅ COVID-19 vaccines and boosters – Fully covered

Other Preventive Services

✅ Bone density tests – Every 24 months for at-risk individuals

✅ Depression screenings – Once per year

✅ Smoking cessation counseling

✅ Alcohol misuse counseling

Who’s Eligible?

To receive these preventive services at no cost:

You must have Medicare Part B
You must visit a provider who accepts Medicare assignment
Some services are covered based on risk factors or age

Tips to Get the Most Out of Preventive Benefits

💡 Schedule your Annual Wellness Visit early each year

💡 Talk to your doctor about your screening schedule

💡 Use Medicare.gov to see which services you qualify for

Final Thoughts

Medicare’s preventive services are designed to keep you healthy—without the extra cost. Take full advantage of what’s offered and stay on top of your health.

Need help finding the right provider or plan that emphasizes preventive care? Lindbergh and Associates is here to guide you.

📞 Call us today or schedule a free consultation to make the most of your Medicare benefits in 2025!