Bone mass measurements
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare covers bone mass measurements to help diagnose and prevent osteoporosis for eligible beneficiaries. These screenings are important preventive services that can detect bone loss early and help patients manage their bone health.
- Covered for individuals at risk of bone loss
- Typically covered once every 24 months
- Must be ordered by a qualified healthcare provider
- Screening helps diagnose and monitor osteoporosis
- Covered under Medicare Part B
- Women at risk of osteoporosis
- Individuals with specific medical conditions
- Patients with a history of bone fractures
- Medicare beneficiaries with certain risk factors
- No cost if you meet Medicare eligibility requirements
- Covered at 100% with no copayment when performed by a Medicare-approved provider
- Counts towards preventive services benefit
- Must be medically necessary
- Limited to specific high-risk groups
- Requires physician documentation of medical need
- Not covered if performed more frequently than recommended
- Consult with your healthcare provider about bone mass measurement
- Discuss your personal risk factors for bone loss
- Verify coverage with your specific Medicare plan
- Schedule screening if recommended by your doctor
Last updated: 6/15/2025
Quick Information
- Provider
- Medicare
- Last Updated
- 6/15/2025
- Topics
- Medicare bone mass measurementosteoporosis screeningMedicare preventive servicesbone density testMedicare Part B coverage
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