What usually happens during an annual physical?
Your clinician will typically review your health history, current medications, allergies, family history, and any changes since your last visit. The exam and discussion are tailored to your age, risk factors, and concerns.
Measurements and preventive planning
A visit may include blood pressure and other basic measurements, a focused physical exam, screening conversations, vaccination review, and labs when medically appropriate. Not every person needs the same tests every year.
How should I prepare?
Bring a complete medication list, recent test or specialist information, your insurance card, and the questions you want to cover. Ask the practice whether fasting or outside records are needed.
Annual physical vs. Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
These are not the same visit. A Medicare Annual Wellness Visit focuses on risk assessment and a prevention plan and may not include the same physical examination. Confirm what Forward Care offers and what your plan covers before scheduling.