Download Bone Density Scan (DEXA)

Bone Density Scan (DEXA)
Date: _____________ Time: _____________ Check-in: _____________
700 Ironwood Drive, Suite 175
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83814
208.625.6300 tel
What is a Bone Density Scan (DEXA)?
Bone density scanning, also called dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) or bone densitometry, is an enhanced form of
X-ray technology that is used to measure bone mineral density in the hip and spine.
Why is it Performed?
DEXA is most often used to diagnose osteoporosis, a condition that often affects women after menopause but may also be found
in men. Bone density scanning is also effective in tracking the effects of treatment for osteoporosis and other conditions that
cause bone loss, as well as assess an individual’s risk for developing fractures.
How is it Performed?
To assess your spine, your legs will be supported on a padded box to flatten the pelvis and lower spine. Or, to assess the hip,
your foot will be placed in a brace that rotates the hip inward. In both cases, you may be asked to hold very still while the X-ray
is taken.
How to Prepare
You should not take calcium supplements for at least two hours before your exam. On the day of the exam you may eat normally.
Women should always inform their physician and X-ray technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant. If an X-ray
is necessary, precautions will be taken to minimize radiation exposure to the baby.
Tell your physician if you recently had a barium examination or have been injected with a contrast material for a computed
tomography (CT) scan or radioisotope scan.
Insurance & Billing Information
Kootenai Outpatient Imaging patients will receive two statements, one for technical services from Kootenai Health and the
other for radiologist interpretation from Kootenai Imaging.
Billing Questions?
Kootenai Health customer service: 208.625.6199 or 888.974.1235 toll free • kh.org and click on Pay My Bill Online
Kootenai Imaging customer service: 877.318.7270 • peryourhealth.com
Insurance plans may require a referral, deductible, co-payment or preauthorization. It is the patient’s responsibility to be aware
of these requirements. Your insurance contract is between you, your employer and your insurance carrier. Please contact
your insurance carrier with questions on your specific coverage. All domestic insurance carriers will be billed. Patients with
contracted insurance carriers may benefit from a contractual rate adjustment.
Submitting Your Payment
Payments for Kootenai Health can be made:
• In person: 1221 W. Ironwood Drive, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814, M-F, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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By mail: Kootenai Outpatient Imaging, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
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By phone: 208.625.6199 or 888.974.1235 toll free M-F, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Online: Visit www.kh.org and click on Pay My Bill Online
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