Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for peripheral dexa scan includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Peripheral DEXA Scan
Use ICD-10 code M81.0 for osteoporosis without current pathological fracture, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Use for screening visits without a diagnosis of osteoporosis.
CPT code 77081 is used for peripheral DEXA scans to measure bone density in appendicular sites like the wrist or heel, often for osteoporosis screening.
Medicare covers DEXA scans every 24 months, or more frequently if risk factors like steroid use are documented.