A Lot!!!
The goal of any health insurance plan should not just be protection from catastrophic medical costs. Instead, the goal of health insurance should be control. Control over how you manage your health and how you afford the necessary treatment to optimize your health.
Within the Affordable Care Act was the creation of a list of required Preventive Services. The list of Preventive Services is extensive and can be found here.
Here are a couple of services to highlight:
- Immunizations
- Mammograms every 1-2 years for women over 40
- Blood Pressure Screening
- Obesity Screening
- Type 2 Diabetes Screening for adults with high blood pressure
This list is a couple of highlights, there’s a lot more on the full list. Definitely check it out.
Unlike a claim on your car or homeowner’s insurance, your insurance company wants you to take advantage of your preventive benefits. Preventive screening is key to catching problems early when they’re small when they’re typically easier and less expensive to address.
Best wishes for good health as you leverage your Preventive Services!
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