Wellness Visits
Routine Visit
​A routine visit, or a regular check-up or physical exam, is a standard medical appointment where a healthcare provider evaluates a patient's overall health.
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1. Assess General Health: The healthcare provider checks vital signs (such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature), weight, and height.
2. Preventive Care: Screenings for various conditions (like high cholesterol, diabetes, or certain cancers) based on age, gender, and risk factors.
3. Update Medical History: Reviewing the patient’s medical, surgical, and family history, as well as current medications and lifestyle habits.
4. Immunizations: Ensuring the patient is up-to-date with vaccinations.
5. Health Counseling: Providing advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and smoking cessation.
6. Detect Early Signs of Disease: Identifying any potential health issues before they become serious problems.
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Wellness Visit
​A wellness visit, often referred to in the context of Medicare's Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) for seniors, focuses on preventive care and personalized health planning.
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1. Health Risk Assessment: The patient completes a questionnaire covering their health status, risk factors, and personal and family medical history.
2. Personalized Prevention Plan: The healthcare provider develops a tailored plan to prevent disease based on the patient’s risk factors and health goals.
3. Cognitive Assessment: Evaluating cognitive function to detect early signs of memory issues or dementia.
4. Screenings and Vaccinations: Recommendations for age-appropriate screenings and vaccinations.
5. Advance Care Planning: Discussing and documenting the patient's preferences for end-of-life care.
6. Review of Current Providers and Medications: Ensuring all healthcare providers and medications are documented and coordinated.
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