Cardiovascular disease screenings

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a cardiovascular screening once every 5 years that includes blood tests for cholesterol, lipid, and triglycerides levels to help detect conditions that may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay nothing for the tests if your doctor or other qualified health care provider accepts assignment .

What it is

Cardiovascular disease screenings check for problems with your heart and blood vessels, and find out if you're at risk for heart disease.

Is my test, item, or service covered?