Routine checkups, recommended screenings, and vaccines help protect your health and catch problems early. They also support your daily healthy habits and take care of your body and mind.
Preventive care recommendations vary depending on your age, health history, lifestyle, and personal needs. Quartz’s annual wellness guidelines give a helpful starting point, and your doctor can create a care plan that fits your health goals.
Good to know: Preventive care is covered by your Quartz plan. If your visit includes anything beyond preventive services, Customer Success can help explain what’s covered.
Why preventive care matters
Preventive care helps you:
- Identify health concerns early, often before symptoms appear, to help prevent complications
- Stay on track with recommended vaccines and screenings, like blood pressure checks, diabetes tests, and cancer prevention screenings
- Spend focused time with your provider to talk about your health, goals, lifestyle, and ask any questions you have
- Support your overall well-being, including both physical and mental health
Get to know your PCP
Having a primary care provider (PCP) is an important part of staying healthy. Your PCP is your main contact for non-emergency care. You can go to them for preventive care, everyday health concerns, and ongoing support. Over time, they get to know your health history and lifestyle, help you understand your baselines, and offer advice that grows with your needs.
What to expect at a preventive care appointment
Before your visit
A little preparation can make your visit more helpful:
- Schedule your annual checkup with your provider
- Complete any forms or questionnaires in advance
Preparing for your appointment
Bring your information and questions so you can make the most of the visit:
- Write down questions or concerns
- Bring a current list of medications
- Be ready to talk about lifestyle changes, sleep, stress, and family health history
During the visit
Use this time to share what’s important and get guidance for your health. Your provider may:
- Discuss your medical and family history
- Check measurements like blood pressure, height, and weight
- Review your current medications and answer questions about how to take them
- Recommend screenings or lab work
- Talk with you about sleep, stress, exercise, and any changes you’ve noticed
You’ll also have time to ask questions and talk openly about your health.
After the visit
Your preventive visit is important, but staying healthy continues throughout the year. Turn what you learned into action:
- Review visit notes or results in MyChart, if available
- Ask about any next steps or follow-up care
- Plan upcoming screenings or preventive appointments
Staying on track with your care
Before you leave your appointment, try to schedule your next preventive visit. Planning ahead makes it easier to stay consistent with your care.
You can also set simple reminders to support your health throughout the year. Try adding a recurring “health goal” to your calendar — like a checkup, a vaccine, or a quick self-check — to help you stay on track. Your care team can help you understand how often to come in and what preventive steps are right for you.
Take the next steps
- Schedule your preventive care visit through Quartz MyChart or by calling your provider
- Need help finding a PCP? Explore Find-a-Doctor
- Have questions about coverage? Find your plan details in Quartz MyChart
We’re here to help
Send a secure message through Quartz MyChart or call Quartz Customer Success at (800) 362-3310, (TTY: 711), Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Friday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Quartz Medicare Advantage (HMO) and Dual Eligible members: Visit the Medicare website to see a full list of covered preventive care and services, such as annual checkups and preventive screenings: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/preventive-screening-services
