This surprisingly simple walking test is becoming a go-to tool for measuring real cardiovascular fitness—no gym, no gadgets, ...

Medicare covers blood tests that a doctor seems medically necessary. Medicare Advantage offers at least the same coverage. If a person needs multiple laboratory tests, they may need to pay for part of ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers most medically necessary blood tests. Usually, you do not need to pay for a diagnostic blood test. However, the plan deductible and 20% coinsurance may apply.

Preventive screenings, such as bone density tests, can help identify potential medical problems. Medicare covers some costs. Bone density tests may help prevent expensive reparative treatments.