The following description was taken from this source.MAESTRA is a three dimensional model of forest canopy radiation absorption, photosynthesis, and transpiration.adiation penetration to each grid point is calculated for three wavebands (i.e. PAR, near infrared and thermal radiation), including consideration of direct, diffuse and scattered radiation. Photosynthesis and transpiration at each grid point are calculated from the absorbed radiation.
Additionally, effective January 1, 2009, the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) removed the screening EKG as a mandatory service of the initial preventive physical exam (IPPE). The MIPPA, however, does require that there be education, counseling, and a referral for an EKG, as appropriate.
2. What preventive medical visits does Medicare cover? Medicare pays for two wellness visits: a one-time Welcome to Medicare Visit and an Annual Wellness Visit .Within the first 12 months you have Medicare Part B, Medicare covers the one-time Welcome to Medicare Visit.n annual physical is a much more extensive examination than the Welcome to Medicare Visit or Annual Wellness Visit. In addition to collecting a medical history, it may also include a vital signs check, lung exam, head and neck exam, abdominal exam, neurological exam, dermatological exam, and extremities exam.