Most insurance companies allow a yearly annual\/preventive exam at no cost for the patient.<\/p>\n
This visits are mainly focus on preventive measures trying to identify problems in the early stages.<\/p>\n
Depending on your age and sex the doctor will discuss the need for:<\/p>\n
Breast cancer Screening<\/p>\n
Colon cancer screening<\/p>\n
Tobacco use<\/p>\n
Immunizations<\/p>\n
Depression screening<\/p>\n
Cervical Cancer screening<\/p>\n
Sleep apnea screening etc<\/p>\n
Also during this visit your vitals sign will be taken adding useful information regarding your blood pressure, weight, BMI, etc.<\/p>\n
If this is the first time with the doctor it would be the perfect opportunity to review preventive measures and develop a care plan for the future.<\/p>\n
Many times a follow up visit might be require to address health problems, discuss diagnostic approaches and possible therapeutics.<\/p>\n
If acute or chronic medical problems are discussed during this visit , you might get a bill for services not covered in a preventive annual exam. Our staff will be there to help you .<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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