Cardiovascular disease screenings
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a cardiovascular screening once every 5 years
Description
Cardiovascular disease screenings check for problems with your heart and blood vessels, and find out if you're at risk for heart disease.
Coverage details
Includes blood tests for cholesterol, lipid, and triglycerides levels to help detect conditions that may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Costs
You pay nothing for the tests if your doctor or other qualified health care provider accepts assignment .
How often
Once every 5 years.