Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
MA09.013b, Screening for Vertebral Fracture with Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA/DXA)
Independence Blue Cross·Orthopedics, Rheumatology, Endocrinology +3 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Oct 29, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Policy MA09.013b regarding screening for vertebral fracture with DEXA/DXA has been reissued for Medicare Advantage plans. This is a fresh policy update that may contain new coverage criteria or billing requirements for bone density screening procedures.
Action Required
By October 29, 2025: Billing team must review the complete policy MA09.013b for vertebral fracture screening with DEXA/DXA to identify any changes in coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines. Access the full policy at the source URL to understand specific requirements for Medicare Advantage claims.