Get a Bone Density Test 

Take Action!

Take these steps to protect your bone health.

Schedule a bone density test.
Ask your doctor if you are at risk for osteoporosis. Find out when to start getting your bone density tested.

Print these questions for your doctor about preventing osteoporosis. Take them to your next checkup.

What about cost?
Screening for osteoporosis is covered under the Affordable Care Act, the health care reform law passed in 2010. Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to get screened at no cost to you.

• If you have private insurance, check with your insurance provider to find out what’s included in your plan. Ask about the Affordable Care Act.
• If you have Medicare, find out about Medicare coverage for bone density tests.
• If you don’t have health insurance, you can still get a bone density test. To learn more, find a health center near you.

For information about other services covered by the Affordable Care Act, visit HealthCare.gov.