Preventive Care & Health Screenings in Longview, TX
Texas Primary Care Associates provides preventive care at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview, TX, including yearly checkups, age-based screenings for conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer, vaccine reviews and lifestyle counseling. Preventive care finds problems early, when they are easiest to treat. Visits Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.
Accepting new patients. Most major insurance, including BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Ambetter
What is preventive care?
Preventive care is health care that helps you stay well and catches problems before they cause symptoms. It includes checkups, screening tests, vaccines and counseling on habits such as diet, activity and smoking. Many serious conditions, including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and some cancers, can be found early with the right screening.
At Texas Primary Care Associates, your provider recommends preventive services based on your age, sex, family history and health. National guidelines, such as those from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, help decide which screenings you need and how often.
- Yearly checkups and physical exams
- Blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol screening
- Cancer screening reviews and referrals
- Vaccine reviews and lifestyle counseling
Preventive services in Longview
Preventive care at Texas Primary Care Associates covers every stage of adult and family health.
Annual physical exams
A yearly head-to-toe check, health review and update of your screenings.
Annual physicalsWell woman exams
Preventive visits for women, including breast and cervical cancer screening discussions.
Well woman examsMedicare wellness visits
Welcome to Medicare and yearly Annual Wellness Visits with a personalized prevention plan.
Medicare wellnessDiabetes screening
A1C or glucose tests for adults at higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes testingHeart health screening
Blood pressure and cholesterol checks to lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Blood pressure careSchool & sports physicals
Physicals and forms for school, camp and sports participation.
Sports physicalsWeight & lifestyle counseling
Support for healthy weight, activity and quitting tobacco.
Medical weight lossHow a preventive care visit works
A preventive visit is built around your age, history and goals.
Health history
Your provider reviews your personal and family history, habits and current medicines.
Exam and vital signs
Blood pressure, weight and a physical exam suited to your age and needs.
Screening plan
Your provider orders lab work and arranges any screening tests or referrals that are due.
Prevention plan
You leave with a plan for any tests, vaccine recommendations and simple health goals.
Which screenings do adults need?
These are common screenings recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force for adults at average risk. Your provider may recommend different timing based on your health.
| Who it is for | How often | How we help | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood pressure | Adults 18 and older | Yearly from age 40 or with higher risk; every 3 to 5 years for younger adults with normal readings | Checked at every visit |
| Type 2 diabetes | Adults 35 to 70 with overweight or obesity | Every 3 years if results are normal | A1C or glucose blood test |
| Colorectal cancer | Adults 45 to 75 | Depends on the test, from a yearly stool test to a colonoscopy every 10 years | We review options and arrange the test |
| Breast cancer | Women 40 to 74 | Mammogram every 2 years | Referral for a mammogram |
| Cervical cancer | Women 21 to 65 | Every 3 to 5 years, depending on the test | Discussed at your well woman exam |
Why preventive care pays off
Many of the conditions that cause the most harm, such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and colorectal cancer, develop slowly and without symptoms. Screening finds them early, and healthy habits lower the chance they develop at all. A regular preventive visit is also a time to ask questions and set goals with a provider who knows you.
What preventive care includes
- Screenings: tests that look for disease before symptoms, such as blood pressure, A1C, cholesterol and cancer screenings
- Vaccines: a review of vaccines recommended for your age, such as flu, tetanus and shingles
- Counseling: help with weight, activity, diet, alcohol and quitting tobacco
- Risk review: your family history and habits, used to personalize your screening plan
How to prepare for a preventive visit
- Bring your medicine list and any records of past screenings
- Know your family history of heart disease, diabetes and cancer if you can
- Ask whether to fast if lab work is planned
- Write down questions or health goals
Preventive care for families
Children and teens need regular checkups and vaccines too. Gloria Montes, FNP, cares for adults, adolescents and children, and the clinic completes school physicals and sports physicals.
Insurance and cost
Under the Affordable Care Act, most health plans must cover a set of preventive services without a copay or coinsurance when you see an in-network provider. Texas Primary Care Associates accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Ambetter. If a problem is found and treated during the visit, that part may have a copay. Call to verify your coverage.
Explore related care at our clinic
- Annual physical exams
- Well woman exams
- Medicare wellness visits
- Diabetes testing
- Osteoporosis prevention
- Vitamin D deficiency symptoms
- Cholesterol-lowering foods
- Primary care
Sources
- A and B Recommendations, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
- Colorectal Cancer: Screening, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
- Breast Cancer: Screening, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
- Preventive health services, HealthCare.gov
- MyHealthfinder, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Last updated October 9, 2026 by Texas Primary Care Associates.
Preventive care from our primary care team
Your preventive plan is built and followed by the same providers year after year.
Gloria Montes
Provides primary care for adults, adolescents and children, with a focus on preventive care and chronic disease management.
NPI 1992375646
Steven Thompson, M.D.
Graduate of New York Medical College, caring for adults with acute illnesses and long-term conditions.
“I have been a patient with Gloria Montes, FNP-C for over 2 years. She is very caring and thoughtful. Listens to your concerns and asks questions about how you’re feeling both physical and mental.”
Janet Munoz, Google review. Read more reviewsDo not wait for your checkup
Make a sooner visit if you notice weight loss you cannot explain, a new lump, blood in your stool or urine, or a change that worries you. Call 911 or go to the nearest ER for:
- Chest pain or pressure
- Trouble breathing
- Face drooping, arm weakness or slurred speech
- Severe bleeding or a serious injury
Emergency warning signs based on MedlinePlus: Heart Attack and American Stroke Association.
Preventive care questions we hear most
Quick answers about checkups and screenings at Texas Primary Care Associates.
Still have questions?
Our front desk can answer questions about visits and confirm your insurance before you come in.
Call (903) 230-9811What is included in preventive care?
Preventive care includes checkups, screening tests such as blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol and cancer screenings, vaccine reviews, and counseling on weight, diet, activity and tobacco.
Is preventive care covered by insurance?
Most health plans cover recommended preventive services without a copay when you see an in-network provider. Texas Primary Care Associates accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Ambetter and most major plans. Call to verify your benefits.
How often should I have a preventive visit?
Most adults benefit from a preventive checkup about once a year. Your provider may recommend a different schedule based on your age and health.
Which screenings do I need?
It depends on your age, sex, family history and health. Common adult screenings include blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, colorectal, breast and cervical cancer. Your provider will tell you which are due.
What is the difference between preventive care and a sick visit?
Preventive care checks your health when you feel well. A sick visit treats a new problem, such as an infection. If a problem is addressed during a preventive visit, that part may be billed separately.
Do you offer preventive care for children?
Yes. Gloria Montes, FNP, cares for children and adolescents as well as adults, and the clinic completes school and sports physicals.
Do I need to fast for my preventive visit?
Only if your provider plans fasting lab work, such as some cholesterol or glucose tests. Ask when you schedule.
Are you accepting new patients for preventive care?
Yes. Texas Primary Care Associates is accepting new patients at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview. Call (903) 230-9811 to schedule.
Schedule preventive care in Longview
Texas Primary Care Associates
705 E Marshall Ave, Suite 3001, Medical Building Plaza #3
Longview, TX 75601
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00am – 5:00pm (walk-ins welcome)
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
- Phone
- (903) 230-9811
- Fax
- (903) 653-1431
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Texas Primary Care Associates offers preventive care Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview. Call to schedule your checkup.