77085 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 77085, in plain terms, covers A bone density scan using X-rays to measure strength in your spine, hip, or forearm to check for osteoporosis. CPT 77085 is referenced in 6 tracked payer policy changes from Medical Mutual of Ohio, Capital Blue Cross, and 3 other payers. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 77085 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 77085 on AAPC