Annual Wellness Visits

An annual wellness exam — or yearly physical — is a great way to keep on top of your health. At Hill Country Wellness Journey in New Braunfels, Texas, family medicine physician Joel Massey, MD, and the team offer annual wellness exams plus any treatment you may need for a wide variety of health conditions. Get peace of mind and healthcare solutions with your annual wellness exam at Hill Country Wellness Journey. Call the office or request an appointment online today. 

Why should I get an annual wellness exam?

A majority of health insurance companies in the United States cover annual wellness exams in order to promote good health for Americans. A thorough wellness exam each year with your doctors at Hill Country Wellness Journey helps keep track of your health history while screening for diseases and their risk factors.

With an annual wellness exam, your doctors can identify many health issues through effective testing, diagnosis, and treatment before a health condition becomes a major problem. In some cases, health issues can be caught early and reversed so you can enjoy better health without worry.

What is included in an annual wellness exam?

The team at Hill Country Wellness Journey prides itself on thorough, individualized care for every patient. An annual wellness exam includes:

• Routine measurements like height, weight, and blood pressure
• A health risk assessment questionnaire
• Review of your medical and family history
• Assessment of any medications you are taking
• Screenings for various diseases

Your annual wellness exam can be scheduled at your convenience and typically takes less than one hour to complete. Dr. Massey aims to understand your current health situation and any health goals you have in the future — such as weight loss or quitting smoking — so he can support you effectively.

What if there’s a problem during my annual wellness exam?

If Dr. Massey notices anything problematic about your health during your exam, he will order additional testing. This may include blood or urine samples, imaging — like ultrasound, an MRI, or a mammogram — and further evaluation.

Once Dr. Massey collects all the necessary information, you are diagnosed appropriately. For many chronic health conditions, he has the training and experience to help you.

In more serious situations, Dr. Massey has a wide referral network to help you find the best doctor to help with your condition.

Should I get an annual wellness exam if I’m healthy?

Everyone should get an annual wellness exam, even if they feel healthy. While you may not have any symptoms, your doctors want to keep an eye on things like your weight, blood pressure, and daily habits to ensure that you’re not at risk for any health problems in the future.

You can set up your annual wellness exam by calling Hill Country Wellness Journey or requesting an appointment online today.