What this is, in plain language
A yearly Medicare visit focused on prevention — health risk assessment, screening planning, and a personalized prevention plan.
Why a clinician orders it
Annual Medicare preventive benefit.
Medical necessity — what insurers usually look at
The annual wellness visit is generally covered by Medicare with no cost-share, but services done during the same visit (like blood draws or addressing new problems) may be billed separately.
Documentation to ask about
- ✓Last AWV date
- ✓Updated medication list
- ✓Health risk assessment
Questions for your provider
- ?If we discuss a new problem today, will I be charged a copay?
- ?Are recommended screenings being scheduled in-network?
Important: AuraCode is an educational tool. It does not provide medical, legal, or insurance advice, claims decisions, or approval guarantees. Final coverage depends on your specific plan, eligibility, diagnosis, submitted documentation, and your insurer's review.