PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — One of the most overused health entitlements in the Medicare program is the Annual Wellness Visit (AWV). Most people think that an AWV is a physical exam, but Medicare says the AWV is anything but.
It's a chance for people on Medicare and their doctors to review a health risk assessment, which can be everything from your medical and family history to a review of your prescriptions and advance care planning.
Despite the name, it is not a physical exam. Nevertheless, it is worth going over the paperwork with a professional.
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