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Referrals                      


Referrals for bone densitometry last 1 year from the referral date.

​Patients can bring a referral to the appointment or it can be faxed to (02) 9411 2015 prior to the appointment.

A referral must contain the provider number, date of referral, and the name of the referring doctor.

Referral forms for doctors are available for download, or alternatively, contact us to request a referral pad to be mailed to you.
Forms:
Referral form
Referral form with map
Additional versions of Referral form
chatswood_densitometry_md.doc
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chats_densitometry_bp1.doc
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a4_referral_page_with_map_on_reverse.pdf
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What does Medicare cover?


Currently, Medicare provides a rebate for Bone Density scans in the following circumstances:
  • Male or Female 70 years and over
  • Minimal trauma fracture
  • Previous low bone density result at least 12 months previously
  • Prolonged glucocorticoid therapy (e.g. prednisone, cortisone orally)
  • Early menopause (45 or younger)
  • Male hypogonadism (e.g. low testosterone)
  • Cushings Syndrome
  • Primary hyperparathyroidism
  • Proven malabsorption (e.g. Crohn's disease, Coeliac disease)
  • Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland)
  • Chronic liver disease
  • Chronic renal disease
  • Diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis (NOT osteoarthritis)
  • Change in osteoporosis treatment after at least 1 year of therapy, to monitor change in bone density
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Waiting periods apply in most circumstances.  A family history of osteoporosis alone does not entitle a patient to a Medicare rebate. 
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  • Home
  • About us
  • Osteoporosis
    • About Osteoporosis
    • Trabecular Bone Score (TBS)
    • Bone density results
    • Lateral Vertebral Assessment
    • Calcium Calculator
  • Body Composition
    • About Body Composition
    • Visceral fat
    • Indications for Body Composition
  • Referrals
  • Fees
  • Contact
  • Covid-19 Precautions
  • Osteoporosis