Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021

The Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021 aims to improve access to bone density screenings for seniors by increasing the reimbursement rates Medicare pays to doctors for these tests. Specifically, the bill sets a national minimum payment for dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans, which are used to diagnose osteoporosis and assess fracture risks. By stabilizing these payments, the legislation seeks to prevent specialized clinics from closing and ensure that Medicare beneficiaries can easily find local providers for essential bone health screenings.