On Wednesday, the Department of Health and Human Services released new preventive care rules, which are included in the new health care law. The rules make it easier and more affordable for seniors on Medicare and Americans enrolled in Medicaid to access preventive screenings and services.
For seniors enrolling in a new health plan on or after September 23, 2010, their plans will be required to cover recommended preventative services such as mammograms, colonoscopies, immunizations, and annual check-ups, without charging a co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible. Some of the covered preventive services for seniors include colorectal cancer screening for adults over 50, diet counseling, as well as Type 2 Diabetes and cholesterol screening.
To see the full list of covered services, visit the official HHS website.
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