Welcome to Medicare visit in Trinity and Hudson, FL

The Welcome to Medicare preventive visit is a one time appointment for people new to Medicare Part B. It is also called the Initial Preventive Physical Examination, and some people call it the Welcome to Medicare exam, although it is a review and planning visit rather than a full physical exam. Our Trinity and Hudson offices use this visit to get to know your health, review your history and medications, and create a clear plan for screenings and preventive care as you begin Medicare. It is available once, within the first 12 months of having Part B.

What the Welcome to Medicare visit includes

This visit is a starting point. It gives you and your provider a shared picture of your health and a plan for the years ahead. It may include:

• A review of your medical and family history
• A review of your current medications and supplements
• Routine measurements such as height, weight, and blood pressure
• A review of your ability to handle daily activities and your home safety
• A review of mood and memory
• Information about recommended screenings and vaccines
• A written checklist of the preventive services that fit your needs
• Discussion of advance care planning, if you would like

Your provider tailors the visit to you, so not every item applies to every patient. Depending on your health, your provider may recommend other tests, such as an EKG or lab work. These may be billed separately.

What to expect at your visit

Bring your Medicare card, a photo ID, a list of all medications and supplements (or the bottles), the names of your other doctors, and any recent records or test results. If you are new to the practice, arrive a little early to complete new patient forms.

The visit usually begins with a health questionnaire, followed by time with your provider to review the answers and your history. Your provider will take basic measurements, talk through any concerns, and explain which screenings are due now and which can wait. Before you leave, you will have a written plan and know when to schedule your next visit.

How it differs from routine medical care

The Welcome to Medicare visit focuses on review, education, and planning. It does not replace a full physical exam or visits for specific health problems. If you have a new symptom or an ongoing condition that needs attention, your provider can address it, and that care may be billed separately. Tell the scheduling team what you would like to cover so the right visit is booked.

Welcome to Medicare visit vs. Annual Wellness Visit

These two Medicare visits work together, one after the other:

After this visit, you can continue with a yearly Medicare Annual Wellness Visit. For a fuller side by side explanation, read our guide to the Welcome to Medicare visit vs. the Annual Wellness Visit.

Welcome to Medicare visits in Trinity, FL

The Welcome to Medicare visit is offered at our Trinity primary care office at 3633 Little Rd, Suite 103. The Trinity care team includes Amanda Durrett, FNP-BC, and Dr. John Hanna, MD, who alternates weeks between our two offices. The scheduling team will match your visit with an available provider.

Welcome to Medicare visits in Hudson, FL

The visit is also offered at our Hudson office at 14153 Yosemite Dr., Suite 104. The Hudson care team includes Miranda McWhirter, AGACNP-BC, and Dr. Hanna on alternating weeks.

Who this care is for

This visit is for people who have had Medicare Part B for less than 12 months. It is a good fit if you:

• Recently turned 65 or recently enrolled in Part B
• Are looking for a new primary care home as you start Medicare
• Want to understand which screenings and vaccines are recommended for you
• Take several medications and want them reviewed together
• Live with ongoing conditions and want a plan from the start

After your first 12 months of Part B, the yearly Annual Wellness Visit is the right choice.

Insurance and coverage

Medicare.gov (opens in a new tab) lists the Welcome to Medicare preventive visit among Medicare Part B preventive services. If other tests or care for a new concern happen during the same visit, they may be billed separately. Medicare Advantage plans may have their own rules. Coverage and costs depend on your Medicare plan and your situation. Please call the Trinity office at (727) 997-1635 or the Hudson office at (727) 605-3000 to verify your coverage before your visit. If you are new to Medicare, our article on choosing a primary care doctor with Medicare covers Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and supplements. Already enrolled and comparing plans for next year? See what to review during Medicare Annual Enrollment.

Medicare Open Enrollment 2027

If you are reviewing Medicare coverage for next year, see our guide to Medicare enrollment dates, provider network checks, and questions to ask before changing plans.

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