Bone Mass Measurements

76977 - Ultrasound bone density measurement and interpretation, peripheral site(s), any method
77078 - Computed tomography, bone mineral density study, one or more sites; axial skeleton (e.g., hips, pelvis, spine)
77080 - Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), bone density study, one or more sites; axial skeleton (e.g., hips, pelvis, spine)
77081 - DXA, bone density study, one or more sites; appendicular skeleton (peripheral) (e.g., radius, wrist, heel)
77085 - DXA, bone density study, 1 or more sites; axial skeleton (e.g., hips, pelvis, spine), including vertebral fracture assessment
G0130 - Single energy X-ray absorptiometry (SEXA) bone density study, one or more sites, appendicular skeleton (peripheral) (e.g., radius, wrist, heel)

Every two years; more frequently if medically necessary

Beneficiary must fall into one of the following categories:

Women determined by physician or qualified non-physician practitioner to be estrogen deficient and at clinical risk for osteoporosis
Individuals with vertebral abnormalities
Individuals getting (or expecting to get) glucocorticoid therapy for more than three months
Individuals with primary hyperparathyroidism
Individuals being monitored to assess response to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved osteoporosis drug therapy

Copayment/coinsurance waived; Deductible waived

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Bone Mass Measurements - JE Part A