77089 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 77089, in plain terms, covers A bone density scan using dual-energy X-ray that measures fracture risk and includes interpretation by a doctor. CPT 77089 is referenced in 2 tracked payer policy changes from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 77089 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 77089 on AAPC