Annual adult wellness exams

A yearly checkup for adults to review overall health, catch issues early, and stay up to date on vaccines — covered once every year.

Blood pressure screening

A quick check of your blood pressure to find high blood pressure early — recommended yearly for adults.

Cholesterol screening

A simple blood test to check cholesterol levels and help prevent heart disease — usually every 4-6 years for adults.

Depression screening

A short questionnaire to check for signs of depression, so you can get help if needed — covered yearly or as needed.

Obesity screening and counseling

Your doctor checks your weight and offers support if needed to help maintain a healthy weight — part of yearly visits.

Diabetes (Type 2) screening for adults with high blood pressure

A blood sugar test for adults with high blood pressure to find diabetes early — frequency depends on risk factors.

Diet counseling for adults at higher risk for chronic disease

Nutritional advice for adults at higher risk for chronic disease like heart disease — covered when your doctor recommends.

Skin cancer counseling for persons at high risk

Counseling on how to protect your skin and lower skin cancer risk — covered for those at high risk, as needed.

Falls risk counseling and interventions for adults 65+

Older adults 65+ can get advice to prevent falls, including exercise or home safety tips — covered yearly.

Colorectal cancer screening (adults 45+)

A test for colon cancer for adults 45 and older — screening every 1–10 years depending on the test used.

Lung cancer screening (persons at high risk)

A yearly scan for people at high risk for lung cancer, like long-time smokers.

Skin cancer counseling (persons at high risk)

Guidance on how to spot skin changes and protect yourself if you’re at high risk — covered as needed.

COVID-19

A vaccine to protect against COVID-19 — recommended yearly or as advised.

Influenza (flu)

A flu shot every fall or winter to protect against influenza — covered yearly.

Hepatitis A

A vaccine series to prevent hepatitis A infection — covered for those at risk.

Hepatitis B

A vaccine series to prevent hepatitis B infection — covered for those at risk.

Herpes Zoster (shingles)

A vaccine to protect older adults against shingles — typically two doses for adults 50+.

Human papillomavirus (HPV)

A vaccine that protects against HPV, which can cause certain cancers — recommended for adults up to age 26 or older if at risk.

Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)

A vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella — covered for adults without evidence of immunity.

Meningococcal disease

A vaccine for meningococcal disease, which protects against meningitis — covered for those at risk.

Pneumococcal disease

A vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease, like pneumonia — covered for adults 65+ or at risk.

Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)

A booster shot to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough — once every 10 years.

Varicella (chickenpox)

A vaccine to protect adults who never had chickenpox — covered if needed.

Haemophilus influenzae type b

A vaccine to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b infections — covered for adults at risk.

Aspirin use to prevent cardiovascular disease (certain ages)

Low-dose aspirin may be recommended to lower heart disease risk for certain ages — ask your doctor.

Statin preventive medication (ages 40–75 at high risk)

A statin medication may help lower cholesterol for adults 40–75 at high risk — ask your doctor.

Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening (men of specified ages who have smoked)

An ultrasound for men ages 65–75 who have smoked to check for aortic aneurysm — once per lifetime.

Alcohol misuse screening and counseling

Screening and help for adults who misuse alcohol — covered as needed.

Depression screening

A quick check for signs of depression, with support if needed — covered yearly or as needed.

Tobacco use screening and cessation interventions

Screening for tobacco use and help to quit if needed — covered yearly or as needed.

HIV screening (ages 15–65 and others at risk)

A blood test for HIV for adults 15–65 and others at risk — covered once or more depending on risk.

HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

Includes medication and the required services before starting:

• HIV testing
• Hepatitis B and C testing
• Creatinine testing and kidney function tests
• Pregnancy testing
• STI screening and counseling
• Adherence counseling to support proper use

STI prevention counseling (for adults at higher risk)

Counseling to help prevent sexually transmitted infections if you’re at higher risk — covered as needed.

Syphilis screening (for adults at higher risk)

A blood test to check for syphilis for adults at higher risk — covered as needed.

Hepatitis C screening (for persons at high risk)

A blood test for hepatitis C for adults at risk or born between certain years — covered once or more if at risk.