From the Research
CPT Code for Medicare Wellness Visits
The CPT code for Medicare wellness visits is not explicitly mentioned in the provided studies. However, the studies discuss the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) and the Initial Preventive Physical Examination (IPPE) in detail.
Key Points
- The Medicare AWV was introduced in 2011 to encourage the utilization of preventive services 1.
- The IPPE, also known as the "Welcome-to-Medicare" visit, is a one-time initial preventive physical examination covered by Medicare during a beneficiary's first 6 months under Part B 2.
- The AWV and IPPE are designed to address health risks and encourage evidence-based preventive care in aging 3, 4.
- The CPT code for these visits is not specified in the studies, but the visits are described as an important component of primary care, providing preventive services and an opportunity to identify safety and health risk factors for Medicare beneficiaries 5, 1.
Medicare Wellness Visits
- The AWV is a yearly visit that aims to promote wellness and healthy aging among Medicare beneficiaries 3, 1.
- The IPPE is a one-time visit that provides an opportunity for new Medicare beneficiaries to receive a comprehensive health assessment and advice on preventive care 2, 4.
- Both visits are designed to encourage the utilization of preventive services, such as immunizations, cancer screenings, and health risk assessments 2, 3, 1.