45 to 49 years Health Assessment
A 45-49 Years Health Assessment can assist patients who have underlying chronic health conditions, or are at risk of developing one, to make necessary lifestyle changes to manage, prevent, or delay the onset.
What is included in a health assessment?
- Understanding your family and medical history
- Documenting your current health issues
- Taking your measurements including blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen, weight, height, and waist circumference
- Collating information about any medications you are taking and the involvement of other health professionals providing care to you
- Your current immunisation status
- Initiating interventions and referrals as indicated by your doctor
- A record of the health assessment will be kept in your file and will be available as a written report with recommendations for your records.
Who undertakes the health assessment?
The health assessment will be undertaken by one of our Practice Nurses. Following the assessment and collection of information, your doctor will discuss their findings and recommendations with you.
Are there any costs for the health assessment?
Anyone between the ages of 45-49 is entitled to ONE bulk billed health assessment under Medicare. Additional health assessments during this age bracket can be undertaken at a private cost.
How long will it take?
The health assessment will take between 45 minutes to 75 minutes.