As people age, risk for cardiovascular diseases like atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke increases. Lifestyle modifications including diet, exercise, regular checkups and knowing the warning signs are all important tools to keep your heart healthy.
Medicare will cover one visit per year with your primary care doctor or other primary care practitioner to help lower your risk for cardiovascular disease.
During this visit, your doctor may discuss aspirin use, check your blood pressure, and give you tips on diet and exercise.
Cardiovascular disease screenings
These screenings check your cholesterol, lipid, and triglyceride levels to find out if you’re at risk for a heart attack or stroke.
Medicare covers a cardiovascular disease screening once every 5 years.
The images and facts above are from Aetna’s Heart Attack and Stroke fixed indemnity policy (available in many states) that can supplement your medical insurance if a heart attack or stroke were to affect you or your loved one. Contact me here if you would like to learn more!
