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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Bone Density Screening

ICD-10 Coding for Bone Density Screening

Z13.820
M85.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for bone density screening includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
DEXA Scan
Bone Mineral Density Test
Osteoporosis Screening
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Bone Density Screening

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Bone Density Screening

Use ICD-10 code Z13.820 for encounter for screening for osteoporosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

Billable Code
Z13.820
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient is asymptomatic
  • • Screening is per guidelines (e.g., postmenopausal women)

Applicable To

  • • Screening for osteoporosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the patient is asymptomatic and the screening is routine.

Other specified disorders of bone density and structure

Non-Billable
M85.8
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • T-score indicating osteopenia or osteoporosis
  • • Clinical symptoms or history of fractures

Applicable To

  • • Disorders of bone density

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of T-scores and clinical indications.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.52

Long term (current) use of systemic steroids

Use when the patient is on long-term glucocorticoid therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for bone density screening?

The ICD-10 code for bone density screening is Z13.820, used for routine osteoporosis screening in asymptomatic individuals.

How often does Medicare cover bone density screening?

Medicare covers bone density screening every 24 months, or more frequently if the patient is at high risk.

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