Trabecular Bone Score

Posted by ChristyJ @christyj, Feb 10, 2023

I tried to post this yesterday but don’t see so I apologize if this is a duplicate.

I’d like to get a Trabecular Bone Score with my next DEXA Scan. My endocrinologist says no diagnostic labs offer this here in Tucson but Mayo Clinic in Phoenix might. I tried various ways of contacting them but could not find a definitive answer. Does anyone know if they offer TBS at Mayo in Phoenix? Thanks!

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Osteoporosis & Bone Health Support Group.

sheilad1 | @sheilad1 | Feb 26, 2023

In reply to @fearfracture "Thank you. Unfortunately, according to the website, they currently don’t treat patients in my state." + (show)

I wonder if it's insurance related. I would call and ask because the website may not be accurate and he maybe able to refer you to someone else.
An osteoporosis researcher who recently closed his private practice (he has the TBS software and very detailed DEXA scans) recommended these doctors in Miami. I'd check and see if they do zoom consults.
Julio Pita MD
6705 Red Road
#714
Coral Gables, FL. 33143 305-662-1160
Andreina Rojas MD 7887 North Kendall Dr. #215
Miami, Fl. 33156 786-433-2450
Kenneth Shephard MD 8501 SW 124 Ave
Miami, FL. 33183 305-273-1919
Diane Krieger MD 6141 Sunset Dr.
#403
South Miami, FL. 33143 305-665-2300
Baptist Endocrinology Group 13101 South Dixie Highway
#410
Miami, Fl. 33156
786-467-5700
Yanelis Martin MD 8500 SW 92 Street
#B-201
Miami, Fl. 33156 786-703-3557

fearfracture | @fearfracture | Feb 27, 2023

In reply to @christyj "@fearfracture Well done on committing to your health!! Why are you questioning the results? I wonder..." + (show)

Last year I signed up for this on-line osteoporosis forum. It’s free, there are lots of speakers/events and they cover many topics. The link to sign up this year is https://morebonehealth.byhealthmeans.com/

hopefullibrarian | @hopefullibrarian | Nov 3, 2023

In reply to @seelex02 "This links to search for TBS in your area: https://www.medimapsgroup.com/ let me know if you need..." + (show)

I've spent a lot of time looking for places that do TBS and are providers in my HMO--no small task. Now with this link, I know where to go. Thank you!