Using Humor to Break Down the Wall of Fear for Seniors and Families with Steven Petrow

Key Takeaways

• Medicare Part B covers an annual depression screening, which must be done in a primary care doctor's office or clinic that can provide follow-up treatment and referrals.

• Mental health services, including individual and group psychotherapy to help seniors and families cope with life transitions, are covered under Medicare Part B.

• Original Medicare covers cognitive assessment and care plan services to evaluate patients exhibiting signs of cognitive impairment or dementia during standard office visits.