people with prediabetes don't know they have it.
Source: CDC, About Prediabetes
Annual physicals & preventive care
Find small problems early, while they're easy to treat.
A yearly physical with your own doctor: an exam, the right labs and screenings for your age, and your vaccines, all in one visit.
By the numbers
What a yearly visit can catch.
Age 45
is when most adults should start colorectal cancer screening.
Source: U.S. Preventive Services Task Forcefor many preventive services on most health plans.
Source: HealthCare.gov, Preventive care benefitsHow your physical works
Health history
We update your history, family history, medicines and any concerns you have.
Exam and vitals
A head-to-toe exam with blood pressure, heart, lungs and weight.
Labs and screenings
Blood work and the cancer and health screenings recommended for your age.
Results and plan
We review your results with you and set a plan for the year ahead.
What's included
Full physical exam
A complete check by your own FIMM doctor.
Blood work
Cholesterol, blood sugar and other tests based on your age and history.
Cancer screenings
Colorectal, breast, cervical and other screenings per current guidelines.
Vaccines
Flu, tetanus, shingles, pneumonia and others recommended for you.
Heart health check
Blood pressure and heart-risk review, with a plan if anything is high.
A plan for next year
What to watch, what to repeat, and when to come back.
Is this right for you?
Most adults benefit from a yearly visit, even when they feel fine.
- It's been more than a year since your last check-up
- You're turning 40, 45 or 50 and new screenings start
- Heart disease, diabetes or cancer runs in your family
- You're new to FIMM and want a full starting point
- You'd like your care in Spanish
Questions
Common questions
Is my physical free?
Most plans cover a yearly preventive visit at no cost. If you bring up a new problem, that part may be billed as a separate visit.
Do I need to fast?
Sometimes, for certain blood tests. We'll tell you when you book.
How is this different from the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?
A physical is a hands-on exam. The Medicare Wellness Visit is a planning visit. If you have Medicare, see our Medicare wellness page or ask us which one fits.
What should I bring?
Photo ID, your insurance card, a list of your medicines, and any recent records or test results.