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25-1076m Strengthening Cognitive Health in Aging Patients

Health Net·CA · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +1 more·Coding
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Medicare Annual Wellness Visits now require cognitive evaluation using validated screening tools. A new resource provides recommended screening tools, documentation best practices, and correct CPT coding guidance to help providers detect early cognitive decline in aging patients.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Providers must incorporate cognitive evaluation into all Medicare Annual Wellness Visits using validated screening tools. Access the new resource flyer 'Boost Cognitive Health Screenings During Medicare Annual Wellness Visits' from the Provider Library under Education, Training and Other Resources. Update documentation templates to include cognitive screening results and ensure proper CPT coding per the guidance provided.

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