Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)

An Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) is a preventive-focused visit designed to assess your overall health, identify risk factors, and create a personalized plan to help you stay healthy.

Unlike a problem-based visit, the AWV focuses on prevention, early detection, and long-term health planning.

Why an Annual Wellness Visit Is Important

Many serious health conditions develop without noticeable symptoms. An AWV allows your primary care provider to identify potential concerns early and guide preventive care.

An AWV helps:

  • Detect health risks before symptoms appear

  • Reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes

  • Keep screenings and vaccinations up to date

  • Create a long-term health plan tailored to you

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What Is Included in an Annual Wellness Visit

Your AWV is personalized based on age, medical history, and risk factors.

Key components include:

  • Review of medical, family, and social history

  • Medication and supplement review

  • Measurement of vital signs and body mass index (BMI)

  • Assessment of cognitive function and mood

  • Review of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, sleep, and stress

  • Fall risk and safety assessment

  • Development or update of a personalized preventive care plan

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Preventive Screenings and Health Assessments

Screenings are recommended based on age, gender, and individual risk.

Common screenings discussed or ordered include:

  • Blood pressure and cardiovascular risk assessment

  • Cholesterol screening

  • Diabetes and prediabetes screening

  • Kidney and liver function testing

  • Cancer screening recommendations

  • Osteoporosis and bone health evaluation when indicated

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Vaccinations

Staying current with recommended vaccinations is an important part of preventive care.

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Chronic Condition Review

If you have ongoing medical conditions, your AWV includes a review of disease control and risk reduction strategies.

Common conditions reviewed include:

  • High blood pressure

  • High cholesterol

  • Diabetes and prediabetes

  • Asthma or chronic lung conditions

  • Thyroid disorders

Health Goals and Personalized Planning

A key outcome of the AWV is creating a personalized health plan.

This may include:

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Weight management strategies

  • Stress and sleep improvement plans

  • Preventive screening schedule

  • Referrals or follow-up testing when needed

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What an Annual Wellness Visit Does Not Include

The AWV does not typically include a full physical exam or management of acute medical problems.

If new or ongoing medical issues are addressed during the same visit, additional charges may apply.

Next Steps

An Annual Wellness Visit is an important step in protecting your long-term health.

Schedule your Annual Wellness Visit today to stay proactive, informed, and prepared.

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