Cardiovascular disease screenings
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare provides coverage for various cardiovascular disease screenings to help beneficiaries detect and prevent heart-related health issues. These screenings are typically covered as preventive services, helping patients identify potential heart risks early.
- Covers screening tests for cardiovascular disease risk
- Screenings are typically free with no copayment or deductible
- Frequency of screenings depends on individual risk factors
- Requires referral or recommendation from a healthcare provider
- Applies to both Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans
- Medicare Part B beneficiaries
- Patients meeting specific age and risk criteria
- Individuals with a referral from a healthcare provider
- Most cardiovascular screenings are covered at 100% with no out-of-pocket costs
- No deductible or copayment for qualifying preventive screenings
- Additional diagnostic tests may have associated costs
- Screenings must be deemed medically necessary
- Frequency of screenings limited based on age and risk factors
- Specific screening types may have eligibility requirements
- Some advanced diagnostic tests might not be fully covered
- Consult with your primary care physician about recommended screenings
- Review your specific Medicare plan's coverage details
- Schedule screenings based on your healthcare provider's recommendations
- Call 1-800-MEDICARE for specific coverage questions
Last updated: 6/15/2025
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- 6/15/2025
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