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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Bone Density Study, A Bone Density Study Measures The Amounts Of Calcium And Other Minerals With Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa). The Result Is An Assessment Of Bone Health.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Bone/Joint Studies |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 26 - Professional component 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 77081 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 77081 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 77081 by major payers:
$38.87
$36.04
$39.37
$53.99
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CPT 77081
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$83.29Published rateRobert Wylie
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$32.40Published rateMegan Brennan
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$18.00Published rateRebecca Lightner
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$18.00Published rateKatie Moore
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$7.63Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 77081 vs. Other Bone/Joint Studies Codes
The CPT 77081 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Bone/Joint Studies. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 77081 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 77078-CPT | Low | Ct Scan For Bone Density, A Ct (Computed Tomography) Scan Is Used For A Bone Mineral Density Study. The Images Help To Evaluate The Calcium And Mineral Content In One Or More Segments Of Bone. The Scanner Circles The Body Taking X-Rays And Assembles Them Into A 3-D Image. |
| 77080-CPT | Low | Bone Density Study, A Bone Density Study Measures The Amounts Of Calcium And Other Minerals With Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa). The Result Is An Assessment Of Bone Health. |
| 77081-CPT | Low | Bone Density Study, A Bone Density Study Measures The Amounts Of Calcium And Other Minerals With Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa). The Result Is An Assessment Of Bone Health. |
| 77085-CPT | Low | Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiomet, Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) Bone Density Study 1 Or More Sites Axial Skeleton (Eg Hips Pelvis Spine) Including Vertebral Fracture Assessment |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 77081. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 77081 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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