Is a wellness visit the same as a physical?

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asked Dec 20, 2019 in Other- Health by Pokogirl (400 points)
Is a wellness visit the same as a physical?

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answered Dec 20, 2019 by linda (29,810 points)
A wellness visit and a physical are somewhat similar.

However at a physical the physical is much more intense and extensive than a wellness visit.

The wellness visit is just a simple checkup to see how you're doing health wise while the physical can include more tests.

You may get blood work done, check your heart and much more.

While at a wellness visit you might have your blood pressure checked, your blood might be drawn, your heart will be checked with a stethoscope etc.

The annual wellness checkup is just to see how health you are.

But a physical includes more extensive testing especially for applying for health insurance, a job etc.

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