Medicare Part B Coverage of Preventive Exams - New Rules for 2011

As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Medicare Part B coverage for preventive exams will change. Starting on January 1, 2011, Medicare will cover an annual preventive examination. The Initial Preventive Physical Examination service will remain and be available as a service those beneficiaries within the first 12 months of coverage under Part B. The coinsurance/deductible will not apply to the new preventive services.