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Health Risk Assessment

At Concierge Internal Medicine Associates, we believe that proactive care leads to better outcomes. One of the most effective tools we use to help patients understand and manage their health is the Health Risk Assessment (HRA). This short but powerful evaluation is a cornerstone of preventive care—especially for Medicare patients—and can help uncover health risks before they become more serious problems.

What is a Health Risk Assessment?

A Health Risk Assessment is a structured questionnaire designed to evaluate your current health status, personal and family medical history, lifestyle habits, and potential health risks. This assessment is typically offered as part of your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, and it provides a valuable snapshot that helps guide your care plan going forward.

Why It Matters

Many chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease can develop silently. The HRA helps our team identify areas of concern early so that we can work together to keep you healthy and out of the hospital. It also helps us tailor your care to your unique needs, whether that means scheduling preventive screenings, adjusting medications, or supporting lifestyle changes.

The Benefits of Completing an HRA

  • Early Identification of Health Risks: Find out what may be impacting your health—before symptoms begin.
  • Customized Care Planning: We use your responses to create a care plan that’s designed specifically for you.
  • Improved Communication: An HRA opens the door to better conversations with your doctor and clinical team.
  • Better Long-Term Outcomes: Patients who participate in regular assessments and follow-up care tend to experience fewer hospitalizations and enjoy better overall health.
  • Serving Patients Across the Jupiter Area
  • Whether you live in Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Tequesta, or Juno Beach, Dr. Daniel Boss is here to help you stay ahead of health concerns and enjoy peace of mind. Our office is conveniently located just north of Donald Ross Road, making it easy to access high-quality, personalized medical care close to home.

Schedule Your Health Risk Assessment Today

If you haven’t yet completed your Health Risk Assessment, or if it’s time for your Annual Wellness Visit, we invite you to follow up with our team. These visits are fully covered for Medicare patients and play a key role in maintaining long-term wellness.

Call us today and take the first step toward better health with Dr. Daniel Boss.

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Hospice at Home Versus Home Health Services

End of Life Care

Open communication between concierge members is critical aspect of maintaining good health at Concierge Internal Medicine. The decision to utilize hospice care or home health care services is important when treating a patient dealing with a terminal illness. Dr. Daniel Boss is well versed in working with both hospices in Northern Palm Beach County. With over 20 years experience, Dr. Daniel Boss has worked with both Trustbridge and Vitas, the two local hospice organizations.

Medicare Home Health Services

Home Health Services is another option for patients for additional care support. Home care services are direct billed by the Medicare certified home health agency and follow the direct order for home treatment from Concierge Internal Medicine. Visiting nurse, home physical and occupational therapists are available for patients upon qualifying for services. Medicare requires patients are homebound due to a health-set back and require patients are under the supervised medical care of a physician such as Dr. Daniel Boss. There is no co-pay or out of pocket expense to patients receiving home health care. Home care services are billed under Medicare Part A.

Hospice Care Services

Patient needs are our primary focus to minimize any physical stress, psychological stress and offer supportive pain management when appropriate. Unfortunately the current hospice systems are dictated by cost contamination considerations due to profitability and patient care can become secondary.

Once a patient or family member has opted for hospice service for end of life care, a new primary care physician that works for the hospice entity will be the physician of record. Families and patients alike can be assured that Dr. Daniel Boss will continue to communicate and clarify any concerns while under hospice treatment.