Dr. Doug Lucas, DO
Double Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Osteoporosis Specialist
United States
“DEXA tells you the quantity of bone, but not the quality. I prefer REMS from Echolight to understand real fracture risk.”
Miami, FL
Answer: Function Bone Health is expanding to Miami, bringing radiation-free REMS bone health assessments to South Florida. Join the waitlist for priority access to scanning events. When 45 people sign up, a REMS event is scheduled in the Miami area.
Location
Miami, FL
Exact address will be announced to all waitlist members once confirmed.
When 45 people join, we schedule a REMS scanning event in Miami.
About This Location
Answer: Function Bone Health is expanding to South Florida. Our Miami location will offer the same radiation-free REMS bone health assessments trusted by thousands across Florida. Join our waitlist to be among the first to access our services when we launch in Miami.
Miami, FL
The exact address will be announced to all waitlist members once the venue is confirmed.
Once our waitlist reaches the goal, we schedule a REMS scanning event within 4-6 weeks. Waitlist members are notified first and receive priority booking.
All waitlist members receive email and text updates as we approach the launch date. You'll be the first to know when the Miami event is confirmed.
Services & Pricing
Answer: When Miami launches, REMS bone health assessments will start at $325. Additional services include body composition analysis, wellness education consultations, and personalized wellness plans. All services include same-day results and are HSA/FSA eligible.
Radiation-free ultrasound-based bone density and quality assessment with same-day results, T-score, fragility score, and 5-year fracture risk evaluation.
Advanced bioelectrical impedance analysis measuring muscle mass, body fat distribution, cellular hydration, and sarcopenia risk indicators.
Answer: REMS bone assessment is a screening tool for adults concerned about bone health and is not a replacement for diagnostic imaging ordered by a physician. Individuals currently under active treatment for osteoporosis should discuss REMS results with their treating physician. REMS results do not replace DEXA scans required for insurance-mandated treatment monitoring.
Answer: REMS (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry) measures both bone density and bone quality using zero-radiation ultrasound. DEXA measures only bone mineral density using low-dose X-ray. When REMS arrives in Miami, FL, residents will have access to Fragility Score and 5-year fracture risk prediction that DEXA does not offer — with same-day results.
| Parameter | REMS | DEXA |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Ultrasound (REMS) | X-ray (Dual-Energy) |
| Radiation | Zero | Low-dose ionizing |
| Measures Bone Density (BMD) | Yes | Yes |
| Measures Bone Quality | Yes | No |
| Fragility Score | Yes | No |
| 5-Year Fracture Risk | Yes | No |
| Scan Duration | ~20 min | ~15 min |
| Results Available | Same day | 3–7 days |
| Cost | $325 | $200–$400 |
| Availability | Walk-in / same-day | Referral wait 2–6 wks |
| FDA Cleared | Yes | Yes |
| Need to Undress | No | Yes |
| Referral Required | No | Yes |
Data sourced from FDA 510(k) clearance documents and published clinical studies. REMS technology by Echolight S.p.A.
Expert Voices
Answer: Leading orthopedic surgeons, endocrinologists, and bone health specialists worldwide recognize REMS Echolight as a transformative advancement in bone health assessment. These independent medical experts use REMS technology in clinical practice and have publicly shared their perspective on its advantages over traditional DEXA scanning.
Dr. Doug Lucas, DO
Double Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Osteoporosis Specialist
United States
“DEXA tells you the quantity of bone, but not the quality. I prefer REMS from Echolight to understand real fracture risk.”
Dr. Vonda Wright, MD
Double Board-Certified Orthopedic Sports Surgeon, Author of "Unbreakable"
Orlando, FL
“I would like all postmenopausal women to get a DEXA scan or a REMS ultrasound and actually know the status of their bones.”
Dr. Kimberly Zambito, MD
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Founder of Qualis Os, First US Physician to Introduce REMS
Newtown, PA
“REMS is 5 times more sensitive to BMD changes than DXA. The Fragility Score reflects the quality of bone — something DXA simply cannot measure.”
Dr. Andy Bush, MD, FAAOS
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Founder of BoneForte, Most Experienced US REMS Provider
Sanford, NC
“What has been truly needed is a safe, radiation-free way to test bone strength and determine real fracture risk — this is exactly what REMS offers.”
Dr. Yevgeniya Kushchayeva, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Endocrinology, University of South Florida / Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
“Assessment of bone health is a multifaceted clinical process. REMS technology provides bone quality architecture data of direct value to clinicians planning treatment.”
Gary Rhodes, Founder of Screen My Bones®
Global Director at Performance Health Systems, Bone Health Technology Evangelist
Leeds, UK
“Osteoporosis is not a disease. It is a deconditioning of the bone — and like muscle, it can be reconditioned through proper intervention.”
Dr. Nick Birch, FRCS
Consultant Spinal Surgeon, Co-Founder of Osteoscan UK, Echolight Train-the-Trainers Accredited
Northamptonshire, UK
“Having conducted over 3,500 Echolight scans, I have seen firsthand how this groundbreaking technology is revolutionizing bone health.”
All quotes are from publicly available interviews, podcasts, and peer-reviewed publications. Source links provided on each card.
Service Area
Answer: When our Miami, FL REMS scanning event launches, we will serve adults throughout the Miami metro area including Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Beach, and surrounding communities. The exact venue will be announced to waitlist members once confirmed.
Brickell
Coral Gables
Coconut Grove
South Beach
Wynwood
Doral
Hialeah
Kendall
Aventura
Fort Lauderdale
Homestead
Drive times are estimated from Miami, FL. Actual distances may vary based on the confirmed venue.
Patient Experiences
Answer: Reviews from our existing locations across Florida. Every review is from a verified patient who received a REMS bone health assessment at one of our active locations.
“The REMS scan revealed early bone quality concerns that my DEXA missed. Dr. Shepetiuk explained everything clearly and created a plan I can actually follow.”
Sarah M.
Patient at our Naples location
“Finally available in Northeast Florida. Quick, painless, and the results were incredibly detailed. No radiation is a huge plus.”
David T.
Patient at our Jacksonville location
“So glad REMS is now available in Sarasota. The scan was painless and took only 20 minutes. The staff was knowledgeable and explained all my results on the spot.”
Catherine D.
Patient at our Sarasota location
“Worth the short drive from Kissimmee. The REMS technology picked up bone quality issues that my previous DEXA missed entirely. Excellent staff.”
Sandra K.
Patient at our Orlando location
Reviews from our existing locations across Florida. All reviews are from verified patients.
FAQ
Answer: Common questions about the upcoming REMS bone health assessment in Miami, FL include how to join the waitlist, what REMS technology is, how it compares to DEXA, pricing, HSA/FSA eligibility, and who should consider a bone health screening.
We are actively working to bring REMS bone health assessments to Miami. Join our waitlist to receive priority access and be the first to know when we announce our opening date and location.
When 45 people join the waitlist for Miami, we schedule a REMS scanning event in the area. You can place a refundable $25 deposit that applies toward your scan cost, or simply sign up to be notified.
REMS (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry) is an FDA-cleared, radiation-free ultrasound technology that measures both bone mineral density and bone quality. Unlike DEXA scans, REMS uses no ionizing radiation and can be performed in approximately 20 minutes with same-day results.
DEXA scans use X-ray radiation and measure only bone mineral density (BMD). REMS uses ultrasound, involves zero radiation exposure, and measures both BMD and bone quality — providing a more complete picture of bone health. REMS also calculates a Fragility Score and 5-year fracture risk that DEXA does not offer.
No referral is required. You can book your REMS bone health assessment directly through our website. However, we recommend sharing your results with your primary care provider or specialist for integrated care.
REMS assessments are not typically covered by traditional health insurance. However, you can use HSA (Health Savings Account) or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) funds to pay for your assessment. We accept all major credit and debit cards.
We are actively working to bring REMS (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry) bone health assessments to Miami, FL. When our waitlist reaches the target number of registrations, we schedule a REMS scanning event in the Miami area. Join the waitlist to receive priority access and be the first to know when we announce the date and location details.
When enough people in the Miami, FL area register for the waitlist, we schedule a REMS bone health assessment event locally. Waitlist members receive priority booking access before the event opens to the public. Registration is free — simply provide your contact information and we'll keep you updated as we approach the launch date.
DEXA scans, commonly available in Miami, FL, use low-dose X-ray radiation and measure only bone mineral density (BMD). REMS uses zero-radiation ultrasound and measures both BMD and bone microarchitecture quality — providing a more complete picture of your bone health. REMS also provides a Fragility Score and 5-year fracture risk that DEXA does not offer, with same-day results.
No referral is required to receive a REMS bone health assessment in Miami, FL. Once our Miami location launches, you can book your assessment directly through our website. However, we recommend sharing your results with your primary care provider or specialist for integrated care.
Our REMS bone health assessment pricing is standardized across all Function Bone Health locations. Current pricing starts at $325 for the REMS scan with additional services available including body composition analysis, wellness education consultations, and personalized wellness plans. HSA and FSA funds are accepted. Join the waitlist for the latest pricing information specific to Miami.
Yes. REMS bone health assessments and related wellness services qualify for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) payment. When our Miami location launches, you'll be able to use these tax-advantaged healthcare funds for your assessment.
Adults over 40, post-menopausal women, individuals with a family history of osteoporosis, those taking medications that may affect bone density (corticosteroids, certain cancer treatments), and anyone in the Miami area proactive about their long-term skeletal health may benefit from a REMS assessment. The radiation-free nature of REMS makes it suitable for more frequent monitoring.
Sources
Answer: All medical and technology claims on this page are supported by peer-reviewed research, FDA regulatory filings, and international clinical guidelines. Function Bone Health maintains a Tier 2 (Third-Party) citation standard with verifiable external links for every factual claim.
FDA 510(k) Clearance — Echolight S.p.A. REMS Technology
Tier 2: Third-Party
PubMed: REMS Technology for Osteoporosis Assessment (Di Paola et al.)
Tier 2: Third-Party
WHO Technical Report: Osteoporosis Assessment Methods
Tier 2: Third-Party
IOF — International Osteoporosis Foundation Guidelines
Tier 2: Third-Party
Don't Miss Your Chance
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Medical Disclaimer: REMS assessments provided by Function Bone Health are intended for informational and preventive screening purposes only. Assessment results do not constitute medical diagnosis or replace professional medical consultation, diagnosis, or treatment. The REMS technology is FDA-cleared (510(k) K213854) for bone density assessment by Echolight S.p.A. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider for medical advice.