Medicare Annual Wellness Visits
Yearly Medicare wellness visits designed around older adults.
Medicare's Annual Wellness Visit is built to help you stay healthy, independent, and well as you age.
What the visit covers
- A personalized prevention plan for the year ahead
- A full review of your medications
- Screening for fall risk and home safety
- A memory and mood check-in
- An updated vaccination schedule
Care that understands older adults
Dr. Katari also cares for patients in several assisted-living communities, so he understands the realities of aging and coordinates closely with families and caregivers to keep everything on track.
Why this visit is worth your time
Falls are the leading cause of injury in adults 65 and older, and most are preventable. Taking five or more medications raises the chance that two of them interact. A yearly review catches these quiet risks early — checking your balance, simplifying your medication list, and updating vaccines like shingles, pneumococcal, and RSV before trouble starts.
How to prepare
- Bring your Medicare card and a photo ID
- Bring every medication bottle, or a complete written list
- Note any falls, dizziness, or balance changes since last year
- Think about your goals — staying independent, traveling, gardening
- Bring a family member or caregiver if you'd like support
What we offer
- Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
- Medication review & coordination
- Fall-risk and cognitive screening
- Personalized prevention schedule
Common questions
Is this the same as a physical?
They're related but distinct. The Wellness Visit focuses on prevention planning and screening; we can pair it with a physical exam when appropriate.
Does Medicare cover it?
Yes — Medicare covers one Annual Wellness Visit per year, usually at no cost to you.
What should I bring?
Your Medicare card, a complete list of current medications, and any questions for the doctor.
Ready to see a doctor who listens?
Book online in a couple of minutes, or call and our staff will help you find a time.