Medicare Part B covers bone density screenings (DEXA scans) every 24 months for people at risk for osteoporosis. The screening is covered at no cost. More frequent screenings may be covered if medically necessary.
Key Points
- Bone density screening: every 24 months for people at risk for osteoporosis
- Covered at no cost under Medicare Part B
- More frequent screenings: covered if medically necessary
- DEXA scan: most common bone density test
- An independent agent can help you understand your bone density screening coverage