Application Detail
Status
OpenDescription of Medical Service
This proposal is for the provision of an MBS item number for bone mineral density (BMD) testing using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) or quantitative computed tomography (QCT) for men and women aged 60 – 69 to assess patient eligibility for alendronate.Description of Medical Condition
Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures (breaks or cracks) than in normal bone.Fractures due to osteoporosis (osteoporotic fractures) can lead to changes in, muscle weakness, loss of height and bone deformity of the spine. Fractures can lead to chronic pain, disability, loss of independence and even premature death.
Reason for Application
New MBS itemMedical Service Type
Co-dependent technologyPrevious Application Number
Not ApplicableAssociated Documentation
Application Form
-PICO Confirmation
13-14 December 2012Final Protocol (PDF 885 KB)
Final Protocol (Word 323 KB)
Assessment Report
-Public Summary Document
-Meetings for this Application
PASC
16 - 17 August 201213 - 14 December 2012