Prevention & Wellness

Stay Ahead of Disease

Age-specific screening recommendations, vaccine schedules, and wellness guidance based on USPSTF, CDC, and ACS guidelines — all based on USPSTF, CDC, and ACS guidelines.

Essential Recommended Discuss w/ Doctor

Mammogram

40+ (women)

Breast cancer screening. USPSTF recommends biennial at 50; many start at 40.

Every 1-2 years

essential

Colonoscopy

45+

Colorectal cancer screening. Alternatives: FIT test annually, Cologuard every 3 years.

Every 10 years

essential

Diabetes (A1C / Fasting Glucose)

35+ or risk factors

Type 2 diabetes screening. Earlier and more frequent if BMI ≥25 or family history.

Every 3 years

essential

Blood Pressure

18+

Increased risk with age. Target <130/80 for most adults.

Annual

essential

Lung Cancer (Low-dose CT)

50-80, 20+ pack-year

For current or former smokers (quit within 15 years) with significant smoking history.

Annual

recommended

Hepatitis C

All adults 18-79

One-time screening. Curative treatments available. Many don't know they're infected.

Once

recommended

💡 Most screenings are covered at 100% under the ACA

Under the Affordable Care Act, preventive screenings rated A or B by the USPSTF must be covered without copay by all marketplace and employer plans. Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit with no cost sharing.

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Clinical Guidelines: Screening recommendations based on U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) A/B ratings, CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), and American Cancer Society guidelines. Individual needs may vary — discuss with your healthcare provider.