<s>[INST] My doctor told me that I didn’t need a bone density test because I am so sturdy. Is that true? [/INST] Your doctor really cannot assess your bone density just by looking at you. The only way to determine how healthy your bones are is to have a bone density test. 

Seventy percent of the people who have a low impact fracture have not been diagnosed with osteoporosis and have never had a bone density test.

The United States Preventive Services Task Force published guidelines for testing.

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)  covers this test once every 24 months (or more often if medically necessary) if you meet one of more of these conditions:
You’re a woman whose doctor determines you’re estrogen deficient and at risk for osteoporosis, based on your medical history and other findings.
Your X-rays show possible osteoporosis, osteopenia, or vertebral fractures.
You’re taking prednisone or steroid-type drugs or are planning to begin this treatment.
You’ve been diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism.
You’re being monitored to see if your osteoporosis drug therapy is working. Source: American Bone Health. Link: https://americanbonehealth.org/frequently-asked-questions/. Field: Rheumatology. Disease: Ostoeporosis </s>