Does the new law add any preventive benefits that will help me stay healthy?
Yes. As of January 1, 2005, Medicare began covering • A one-time initial preventive physical exam within 6 months of the day you first enroll in Medicare Part B • Screening blood tests for early detection of cardiovascular (heart) diseases • Diabetes screening tests for people with Medicare at risk of getting diabetes Additional information on preventive services can be found in Medicare.gov’s publication titled, Guide to Medicare’s Preventive Services .
