Why do I need an annual wellness exam?
An annual wellness exam is a chance to stay connected to your health even when you're feeling fine. Most insurance plans cover preventive visits at no cost to you, making it one of the best tools you have for catching potential health issues early.
During a wellness exam, your Southwest Family Physicians provider will:
Will I need blood work?
If you have a personal or family history of a chronic condition like diabetes or high cholesterol, your provider may order routine lab work to screen for early signs of disease. Blood work may also be recommended based on your age, or overall health history.
Which immunizations do I need?
Your provider will review your immunization history and recommend any updates based on your age and health. We also offer seasonal flu vaccines during wellness visits.
What about concerns I want to bring up?
Keep in mind that a wellness exam is designed and billed specifically for preventive care — not for diagnosing or treating medical problems.
If you come in for your wellness exam and your provider needs to evaluate or treat a new or existing concern, insurance requires that to be billed as a separate problem-based visit. Depending on your plan, that visit may be subject to your copay, deductible, or coinsurance — even if it happens on the same day as your wellness exam.
To avoid unexpected charges, we recommend:
On-site lab work for your convenience—fast, accurate results to support timely care decisions.
Safe and effective treatment for hormone imbalances related to age, health, or identity.
Respectful, affirming care that includes hormone therapy, wellness exams, and mental health support.
Comprehensive care and support for preventing, managing, and treating diabetes.
A proactive, preventive visit designed to keep you feeling your best year-round.
Time-tested Eastern medicine used to relieve pain, reduce stress, and support the body’s energy balance.
Therapeutic massage for pain relief, relaxation, and overall wellness.
Comprehensive care for every stage of a woman’s life—including reproductive health, annual exams, and hormonal support.
Nurturing care for children of all ages, focusing on wellness, growth, and development.
Personalized, preventive care for your everyday health needs, from checkups to chronic condition management.
Supportive, confidential therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges.
Hands-on care by osteopathic physicians to treat pain, improve mobility, and enhance the body’s natural ability to heal.
Doctor-supervised programs tailored to your goals with sustainable, evidence-based strategies.
Functional recovery and movement-based therapy for injuries, surgeries, and chronic pain.
Compassionate support and hormone-balancing treatments to ease the transition and improve quality of life.
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