Preventive
How Much Does Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit) Treatment Cost?
An annual physical exam is a yearly preventive healthcare visit to assess overall health, screen for conditions, update immunizations, and discuss lifestyle factors. Under the ACA, most insurance plans cover annual wellness visits at no cost to the patient.
Moderate
$200 — $500
Severe
$500 — $1.5K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$78 — $129
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
5 procedures$78 — $129
$16 — $26
Medicare: $11
$20 — $33
Medicare: $13
Urinalysis with Microscopic Examination
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated
CPT 81001
$5 — $8
Medicare: $3
$25 — $42
Medicare: $17
Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated
CPT 85025
$12 — $19
Medicare: $8
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Costs
Before your appointment, ask these questions to avoid surprise bills
- "What is the total estimated cost for my Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit) treatment, including all follow-up visits?"
- "Are there less expensive treatment alternatives that would be equally effective?"
- "Can any of these procedures be done in an outpatient or office setting instead of a hospital?"
- "Will all the providers involved in my care (anesthesiologist, radiologist, etc.) be in-network?"
- "Do you offer payment plans or financial assistance for patients?"
- "What will my insurance cover, and what is my estimated out-of-pocket responsibility?"
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit) treatment cost?
Treatment for Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit) typically costs $200 — $500 depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit) treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Annual Physical Exam (Wellness Visit). Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.