Annual Wellness Visits

Health Review and Planning

You work to stay healthy and strong in your 60’s and beyond. Let us partner with you in this rich time of life.

Annual Wellness Visits (AWVs) with a Nurse Specialist are a protected time set aside for you and your care team to talk in a relaxed setting, develop a comprehensive plan for your overall health, and conduct important screenings over the years.

AWVs can provide you with important health measurements and assistance as you navigate health changes. Depending on your Medicare plan, Annual Wellness Visits may be covered at no cost to you.

What Our Patients Are Saying

The following messages about our AWV providers were shared with us via comment cards from patients:

  • “Michele Reynolds was courteous and friendly. Michele identified some wellness areas I need to address, which I will do shortly. Participating in the wellness appointment exceeded my expectations regarding areas I need to focus on to maintain my health.”
  • “Michele Reynolds was very thorough and kind.”
  • “I had my (Annual) Wellness Visit with Tricia. This is my second yearly visit with her, and I just want to say I get a lot of value from having her help me manage my healthcare – she is wonderful. I met Shauna too – another asset to your team. Thank you!”
  • “AWV – very interesting, educational, and responsive. Enjoyed the chat and learned some info that will improve my life. Thank you!”
  • “I always look forward to my Annual Wellness Visit each year. Michele was friendly and concerned about my general health and wellness. We talked quite a bit about nutrition, exercise, my hearing, and me filling out my advanced directives. I’m excited about my future and improving my general health.”

What to Expect

Annual Wellness Visits are conducted by a Nurse Specialist (RN) who reviews your chart, talks with you, and consults with your regular provider.

Here are some of the things you can expect during your visit:

  • Measure and regularly record your height, weight, blood pressure, and other routine measurements.
  • Initiate a health risk assessment that examines your health status, injury risks, behavioral risks, and urgent health needs.
  • Review your functional ability and level of safety.
    • Screen for hearing impairments and your risk of falling.
    • Assess your ability to perform activities of daily living and your level of safety at home.
  • Screen for cognitive impairment, including early identification of signs of dementia.
  • Screen for depression.
  • Learn about and record your medical and family history, including lists of current providers, medications, and supplements.
  • Provide health advice and referrals to health education or preventive counseling services aimed at reducing risk and promoting wellness.
  • Create a written 5-10 year screening schedule or check-list informed by all of the above.

Schedule Your AWV

Text or call (360) 452-7891 to confirm your eligibility and/or schedule your Annual Wellness Visit.

Please download and complete the Annual Wellness Visit Questionnaire in advance of your appointment.