Stay Healthy and Independent in Your Retirement Years
You've earned your Medicare benefits through decades of hard work. One of the most valuable benefits is your annual wellness visit—a comprehensive health review focused on keeping you healthy as you age.
But a lot of folks skip this important appointment.
Maybe you didn't realize this visit was part of your Medicare coverage. Maybe you're already seeing doctors for your chronic conditions and figure that's enough. Maybe you're doing fine right now and don't see the point of another appointment when nothing's wrong.
Or maybe you're just busy living your life—spending time with grandkids, traveling, enjoying retirement—and don't want to waste time at the doctor's office.
We get it. But here's why this visit matters:
Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit at Core Primary Care isn't about treating conditions you already have. It's about preventing new problems and catching issues before they become serious. We screen for cancer, heart disease, cognitive decline, and depression. We review all your medications. We create a plan to keep you healthy and independent.
This is preventive care that helps you enjoy your retirement years to the fullest.
What Happens During Your Wellness Visit?
Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit at Core Primary Care is a thorough health review designed for disease prevention and early detection.
Your Comprehensive Visit Includes:
✅ Height and Weight Measurements - Tracking your measurements over time to monitor overall health
✅ Blood Pressure and Vital Signs Check - Monitoring blood pressure, pulse, and other vital measurements
✅ Functional Assessment - Evaluating how well you perform daily activities and maintain independence
✅ Complete Medical History Review - Discussing your health history, current conditions, medications, and family history
✅ Risk-Based Screenings - Necessary screenings based on your age, health status, and individual risk factors
✅ Cognitive Impairment Screening - Testing for early signs of memory problems, Alzheimer's disease, or dementia
✅ Health Concerns Discussion - Time to bring up any symptoms, questions, or concerns you have
After your visit, we provide any additional testing you need based on results. We can update your medications, recommend treatment, and provide specialist referrals as needed.
This is comprehensive preventive care focused on keeping you healthy and catching problems early.
Conditions We Screen For and Help You Manage
During your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, we screen for age-related conditions and help you take steps to prevent or manage them:
What We Screen For:
Cognitive and Mental Health:
- Alzheimer's disease and dementia screening
- Depression assessment and treatment
- Cognitive decline monitoring
- Stress and anxiety management
Heart and Vascular Health:
- High blood pressure detection
- Heart disease screening
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
Common Chronic Conditions:
- Diabetes screening and management
- Chronic fatigue evaluation
- Chronic pain assessment
- Arthritis management and treatment
Cancer Prevention:
- Age-appropriate cancer screenings
- Early detection recommendations
- Preventive care strategies
Overall Wellness:
- Sleep quality assessment
- Weight management support
- Nutrition and exercise guidance
- Fall risk evaluation
Early detection makes all the difference. Screening tests can identify conditions before you notice any symptoms—when treatment is most effective.
Health Coaching to Keep You Independent
At Core Primary Care, we go beyond screening. We provide health coaching services to help you remain functional and independent as you get older.
Health Coaching Support Includes:
Personalized Wellness Planning - Custom strategies for nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle based on your health needs
Medication Management - Comprehensive review of all medications to ensure you're taking what helps and nothing that hurts
Disease Prevention - Specific steps to prevent heart disease, diabetes, falls, cognitive decline, and other age-related conditions
Lifestyle Guidance - Practical advice on sleep, stress management, nutrition, and activity that fits your real life
Independence Support - Strategies to stay active, functional, and living in your own Katy home
You have a full year between wellness visits to apply the personalized health advice you receive. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Your Simple 3-Step Annual Wellness Visit
Getting your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is straightforward and focused on your health.
📞 Step 1: Schedule Your Visit
Call or book online to schedule your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit at our Katy office (707 S Fry Rd # 350). You can come any time of year—we'll help you establish a regular yearly schedule.
What to expect: Easy scheduling with a team that understands Medicare coverage and makes the process simple.
🩺 Step 2: Complete Your Comprehensive Visit
Come to our Katy office for your wellness appointment. We'll conduct measurements, check vital signs, review your complete health history, perform cognitive screening, and discuss any concerns. Plan for 45-60 minutes.
What to expect: Thorough, unhurried care from experienced physicians who listen and take time to address everything.
📋 Step 3: Get Your Personalized Health Plan
Leave with a clear health plan for the year ahead. If you need additional testing, medication changes, specialist referrals, or health coaching support, we coordinate it all.
What to expect: Clear recommendations, follow-up coordination, and ongoing support for your health.
Three steps. Comprehensive preventive care. Better health and independence.
📞 Call to Schedule: (281) 949-6884
Imagine Staying Sharp and Active for Years to Come
Picture yourself five years from now, still driving yourself around Katy, still living in your own home, still mentally sharp and physically active. Still enjoying grandkids, traveling, pursuing hobbies, living life on your terms.
Imagine catching a small memory change early and getting intervention that slows progression. Identifying high blood pressure before it causes a stroke. Spotting diabetes risk before it becomes full disease. Adjusting medications that were causing problems.
Picture confidence that you're doing everything right to stay healthy. That you're not missing important cancer screenings. That someone's monitoring your cognitive health. That you have a doctor looking out for your wellbeing.
This is what regular Medicare Annual Wellness Visits provide.
What Your Annual Visit Delivers:
- Early Detection: Catching diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer's when treatment is most effective
- Cognitive Monitoring: Regular screening helps identify memory changes early when interventions can help most
- Fall Prevention: Assessment and strategies to prevent falls that could end your independence
- Medication Safety: Complete review prevents dangerous interactions and eliminates unnecessary drugs
- Mental Health Support: Depression screening and treatment so you get help if you're struggling
- Disease Prevention: Specific strategies to prevent conditions that become common with age
- Personalized Care: Recommendations based on YOUR health, risk factors, and goals
- Health Coaching: Support for making changes that keep you healthy and independent
Healthy aging requires proactive care. Annual wellness visits are the foundation of staying healthy as you get older.
Why Katy Seniors Choose Core Primary Care
👴 Respectful Care for Seniors
You're valued patients with a lifetime of experience. We treat you with genuine respect, listen carefully, and explain everything clearly—never talking down to you.
🏥 Nearly 50 Years in This Community
Since 1976, we've been caring for Katy-area families—including helping them age well and stay healthy through retirement. We're established and trusted.
🩺 Thorough Wellness Visits
We don't rush through your annual visit. We conduct comprehensive screenings, review everything carefully, and take time to discuss your health thoroughly.
🧠 Cognitive Screening Expertise
We use proven screening tools to monitor cognitive function and catch early signs of memory problems, Alzheimer's, or dementia.
💊 Complete Medication Review
We review every medication, supplement, and over-the-counter drug you take to prevent interactions and eliminate what you don't need.
🤝 Health Coaching Services
Beyond the annual visit, we offer ongoing health coaching to support lifestyle changes that keep you healthy and independent longer.
📍 Convenient Katy Location
707 S Fry Rd # 350—easy to reach from Cinco Ranch, Grand Lakes, Seven Lakes, and throughout West Houston. Accessible office with parking.
🔗 Coordinated Care
We communicate with specialists, coordinate referrals, track everything, and ensure your complete healthcare is well-managed.
⏰ Long-Term Commitment
Nearly five decades serving this area. We're here for your healthcare throughout your retirement years and beyond.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Make the most of your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit by coming prepared:
Bring These Items:
🆔 Medicare card - For coverage verification
💊 All medications - Bottles of prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements you take
📝 Doctor list - Names and contact information for all physicians and specialists treating you
🏥 Recent medical records - If you've had hospitalizations, ER visits, or seen new specialists
📋 Questions or concerns - Write down anything you want to discuss so you remember
👨👩👧 Family health history - Information about health conditions that run in your family
If you forget something, no problem. We'll work with what you have and can follow up.
When Should You Book Your Annual Visit?
The best time to book your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is any time—as long as you do it regularly once per year.
Scheduling Tips:
Pick a Memorable Time - Choose a month that's easy to remember like your birthday month or the start of each year
Don't Wait for Symptoms - This is preventive care. The goal is catching problems before you feel sick.
One Visit Per Year - Medicare covers one annual wellness visit every 12 months, giving you time to implement health advice
Schedule Next Year Before Leaving - When you finish this year's visit, schedule next year's appointment while you're thinking about it
The best time to schedule is right now—before life gets busy and you forget.
Common Questions About Your Wellness Visit
How is this different from my regular checkups?
Your annual wellness visit focuses on prevention, screening, and health planning. Regular checkups focus on treating current medical problems. Both are important and you should have both.
How long will my appointment take?
Plan for 45-60 minutes. We schedule adequate time to conduct thorough screenings and discuss your health comprehensively without rushing you.
Do I need to prepare anything?
Bring your Medicare card, all medications, and a list of your doctors. Write down questions or concerns. No fasting or other special preparation needed.
What happens if you find something concerning?
If we identify health issues, we'll order necessary tests, adjust medications, provide treatment, or refer you to specialists. We coordinate everything for you.
Can you help with memory concerns?
Yes. Our cognitive screening is designed to identify early signs of memory problems so we can intervene early when treatment is most effective.
I see several specialists already. Do I need this too?
Yes. Specialists focus on specific organs or conditions. Your annual wellness visit looks at your complete health, coordinates all your care, and focuses on prevention—not just treatment.
What about medications from different doctors?
We review ALL medications—from every doctor, plus over-the-counter drugs and supplements—to check for dangerous interactions and eliminate unnecessary duplicates.
Is this covered by my Medicare?
Medicare Part B covers one annual wellness visit per year. Contact us with specific questions about your coverage.
Questions? Call: (281) 949-6884
Stay Healthy, Sharp, and Independent
You want to enjoy retirement. Spend time with family. Travel. Pursue hobbies. Stay in your own home. Live life on your terms without depending on others.
All of that requires good health—both physical and mental.
Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is one of the smartest things you can do to protect your health and independence as you age. It catches problems early. Prevents diseases. Keeps your mind sharp. Helps you stay active and independent.
One appointment per year. That's all it takes.
You Deserve Comprehensive Preventive Care
You deserve doctors who take time to review your complete health. You deserve screening for conditions common with age. You deserve support for staying healthy, sharp, and independent.
Don't wait. Schedule your annual wellness visit today.
Medicare Coverage: Annual Wellness Visits are covered by Medicare Part B. Core Primary Care serves Medicare patients throughout Katy and West Houston including Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, Richmond, Needville, and surrounding communities.