Osteoporosis: frequently asked
questions regarding bone density testingOsteoporosis can rob you of your independence
A bone density test can provide essential information on bone health in five minutes or less.
| Osteoporosis and associated
fractures can rob you of your mobility and your
independence. Approximately 50% of women over the age of
50 have osteoporosis and are at risk of an
osteoporosis-related fracture. A woman's risk of hip
fracture alone is equal to the combined risk of
developing breast, uterine, and ovarian cancer—and
up to 20% of victims who suffer hip fractures die within
one year of the fracture. A bone density test is safe, fast, non-invasive, and painless—and it will provide essential information to help your doctor assess the health of your bones. Ask your doctor about bone density testing, or call us for more information at (806) 354-8882. Amarillo Medical Specialists has performed more bone density studies than any other site in West Texas. AMS installed the first DXA low dose high precision bone density site in the region. Bone density testing is covered by all major insurances , including Medicare. Bone density testing does not require a referral unless you are in a managed care program such as First Care. You primary care doctor can then make a referral for bone density testing so that you will be covered for this test. |
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