Definition
Healthcare services designed to prevent illness or detect conditions early, including annual checkups, vaccinations, screenings (mammograms, colonoscopies), and counseling. Under the ACA, most preventive services are covered at 100% with no cost-sharing when provided by in-network providers.
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