5 Reasons to Get Your Annual Care

Your doctor can assess your health yearly to help identify potential risks and create health goals. During your wellness exam, your doctor will:

• talk about your general health, medications and family health history
• perform a physical exam
• recommend routine screenings and immunizations based on medical history, gender and age
• answer your health questions

2. A relationship with a Primary Care Provider (PCP) can lead to a healthier life. 

3. Vaccines can give your immune system a boost. 

Your PCP will recommend appropriate vaccines for your age, medical history and lifestyle. Keeping up to date helps you:

• protect yourself and others from getting and spreading certain illnesses and diseases
• lower your risk for serious infections if you have a chronic condition
• avoid diseases you're at higher risk for as you age, like shingles

Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to learn more about immunization recommendations and schedules.

4. Increase the chances of detecting serious illnesses early.​ 

Regular screening for things like diabetes, cancer and depression make it more likely to catch illnesses in the early stages. In many cases, early detection can prevent complications and can even be lifesaving. Once your doctor knows the diagnosis, they can help you manage it. Your doctor can also refer you to a specialist if needed.

5. It’s covered by your TRS health plan.​

​The best part is your health plan covers screenings and services with no out-of-pocket costs like copays or coinsurance when you visit in-network doctors. This is true even if you haven't met your deductible.

For more details on what preventive services are covered at no cost to you, refer to  Covered Preventive Care Services*, or see your benefit materials.

Tip: When you make your appointment and check in, be sure to let the scheduler know your visit should be coded as preventive care. If you're getting other services because of an ongoing condition or diagnostic care, they won't qualify as preventive care services, and you'll be responsible for out-of-pocket costs.