Medicare: Free Preventive Home Visits Every Two Years for Seniors.
This law introduces a new, free service under Medicare: preventive home visits. Available once every two years, these visits aim to assess the home environment for safety risks, identify health threats (like fall risks), and provide referrals for modifications or interventions to improve mobility and nutrition. This means Medicare beneficiaries gain access to proactive, cost-free care focused on enhancing their safety and quality of life at home.
Key points
Medicare will cover 100% of the cost for a preventive home visit, eliminating out-of-pocket expenses for patients.
The visit occurs once every two years and focuses on assessing the home for fall risks, improving mobility, strength, and nutrition.
The service will be available starting January 1, 2025, and can be conducted in-person or remotely.
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