Abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare provides coverage for one-time abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening for certain at-risk beneficiaries. This preventive service helps detect potential life-threatening aortic aneurysms early, allowing for timely medical intervention.
- Covers one-time AAA ultrasound screening for eligible patients
- Screening is available for individuals at high risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm
- Must be ordered by a qualified healthcare provider
- Screening is typically performed during the first six months of enrollment in Medicare Part B
- Medicare Part B beneficiaries
- Men aged 65-75 who have ever smoked
- Men and women with a family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm
- Individuals with certain risk factors determined by a healthcare provider
- No cost to the beneficiary if the screening is performed by a Medicare-approved provider
- Screening is covered 100% with no copayment or coinsurance
- Counts towards preventive services benefit
- Limited to one-time screening for eligible beneficiaries
- Requires specific risk factors to qualify
- Must be performed by a Medicare-approved healthcare provider
- Consult with your primary care physician about AAA screening eligibility
- Discuss your personal risk factors during your next Medicare wellness visit
- Contact Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE for specific coverage details
Last updated: 6/15/2025
Quick Information
- Provider
- Medicare
- Last Updated
- 6/15/2025
- Topics
- Medicareabdominal aortic aneurysm screeningAAA screeningpreventive carecardiovascular health
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