Annual Health & Wellness Screenings

Preventive Health Screenings You May Need

We all want to enjoy good health. One of the best ways to do this is to participate in preventive care, such as check-ups, vaccinations and disease screenings at different ages.

The first step in preventive care is a yearly well care appointment. Regular check-ups can give you confidence that your health is the best it can be. They can also prompt you to ask about any changes in your body.

When you see your primary care provider (PCP) for preventive care, it’s often covered by your health insurance. But if you discuss new symptoms, want to address symptoms from chronic conditions, or your PCP notices something requiring screening, you may have to pay some of the costs.

While your primary care physician will work with you to decide when preventive care should be done, based on your medical history and risk factors, below are general recommendations by UCLA Health physicians and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. 

Be sure to check with your insurance provider before your annual physical to see which preventive lab tests, procedures and vaccinations are covered. If any preventive services are completed outside of UCLA Health, please let your primary care office know.