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Key screening tests covered by Medicare
A “screening” is a general test to look for signs of a problem. Because early detection makes a huge difference in your ability to recover from any disease or condition, Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans use screening tests for many health issues. Often these tests are 100% covered—no copayments. But you must fit eligibility criteria. The criteria usually involve age, symptoms, and/or a family history that puts you at risk.
If a screening reveals that you actually have a condition, all subsequent treatments and tests are subject to your usual copayments. Screening tests are used only to help a doctor conclusively determine if there is a problem.
All the ins and outs of eligibility are too complicated to outline here. Plus, they can change. Use this table to give you a sense of what’s covered. Talk to your doctor about whether a screening test is appropriate. This table lists the most common free screenings.
Cancer screenings | Noncancer screenings |
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