Your Medicare Coverage

Is your test, item, or service covered?

Obesity screening & counseling

How often is it covered?

This counseling may be covered if you get it in a primary care doctor’s office or primary care clinic, where it can be coordinated with your comprehensive prevention plan. Talk to your primary care doctor or practitioner to find out more.

Who's eligible?

All people with Medicare who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more are covered.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay nothing for this service if the doctor or health care provider accepts assignment.

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