US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is an independent panel of medical experts that reviews current research to recommend preventive health services, like screenings, counseling, and vaccines, for healthy people. Their goal is to help patients and doctors make informed decisions about which tests and practices can prevent disease or catch health issues early. These recommendations are based on evidence of benefits and harms, and they guide healthcare providers and insurers, often influencing what services are covered without cost-sharing under insurance plans.