Preventive Care Specialist

Danvers Family Doctors, P.C.

Family Medicine & Primary Care Practice located in Danvers, MA

Preventive care is an essential component of long-term health and wellness today. People living in the Danvers, Massachusetts area can rely on Dr. Subroto Bhattacharya and the medical care team at Danvers Family Doctors, P.C. to help them achieve and maintain wellness while avoiding common illnesses.

Preventive Care Q & A

What does preventive care include?

Preventive care encompasses a wide range of healthcare, including screenings, health counseling, and annual physical exams. The preventive approach to healthcare differs the way providers practiced medicine in the past. Instead of waiting for illness to appear and then treating it, preventive care is a proactive approach to avoiding health problems before they start.

Why are annual physical exams so important in preventive care?

Annual physical exams allow patients to stay connected with their healthcare providers regardless of their state of wellness. During the annual physical exam, the healthcare provider  carefully assesses the patient as a whole and notes any changes since the last exam. Changes can point to a disease or illness in its early stages. Identifying a problem early means it can be treated before it gets worse. Annual physical exams are also an important part of preventive care because they're the time when patients ask for treatments to avoid illness, such as flu shots.

What types of preventive care does insurance cover?

It varies among insurance companies. Many insurance companies cover blood pressure and cholesterol tests. Screenings such as breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screenings are also covered by many insurance companies. Vaccinations may be covered by insurance, especially for infants and young children.

How does counseling work in preventive care plans?

Counseling is individualized for the patient at Danvers Family Doctors, P.C. Dr. B. and his staff get to know each patient's case well, which means they can offer personalized recommendations for improving health such as weight loss and exercise plans, as well as plans for taking vitamins and supplements, and much more. Preventive care is all about helping patients achieve optimal health and avoid preventable illnesses. Some of the serious diseases that people suffer from today are largely preventable with the help of well-thought-out care plans and committed healthcare providers.