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FAQ

FAQ

For Patients

Is the bone density scan bulk-billed?

Yes. The bone density scan is bulk-billed for all patients that are 70 years old and above.
For patients that are under 70, if you have a pre-existing medical condition such as: a minimal trauma fracture; early onset of menopause; chronic liver or renal disease; rheumatoid arthritis (to name a few), you would be eligible to have a bulk-billed scan every 12 to 24 months depending. You will need to discuss this with your GP.

What is the cost of a bone density scan if I don’t meet any of the above criteria?

The cost of a bone density scan is $90, or $50 if you are a pension card holder.

Do I require a referral to get a bone density scan?

Yes – anyone wanting a DEXA scan MUST have a valid GP referral

I've never broken a bone before so why do I need this done?

You have no way of knowing whether you have low bone density or Osteoporosis unless you have a bone density scan.

Why is Osteoporosis called the ‘silent disease’?

Those affected by the condition are unaware that their bones are thinning until they have a bone density scan or experience a fracture as a result of a fall from standing height.

Is the radiation level harmful from a bone density scan?

No. Getting a bone density scan is very safe.The radiation from the scan is of an extremely low. By comparison, it is half the amount of radiation the average person receivesfrom natural background radiation (NBR)

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For GP Clinics

How much does it cost to run a bone health initiative with the Bone Bus?

There is NO cost for the practice to have the Bone Bus service visit the medical centre.

How much space do you take up in our clinic?

We do not take up ANY space in your clinic – scans are performed in the Bone Bus. If you have room for us in your car park, then that is ideal for your patients.

We have no parking available in our medical centre grounds. Can we still get the Bone Bus?

Yes- We have an internal parking division that liaises with council; centre managers; landlords and property managers to get the relevant permits and (or) permissions to park the Bone Bus as close to the medical centre as possible

We have no parking available in our medical centre grounds. Can we still get the Bone Bus?

Yes- We have an internal parking division that liaises with council; centre managers; landlords and property managers to get the relevant permits and (or) permissions to park the Bone Bus as close to the medical centre as possible

How and when do we receive patient results?

Results are sent via Health Link directly to the Doctor’s portal or by way of fax if there is no Health Link account within three to five business days from the final scan

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