--- title: "DEXA Scan in Birmingham, AL | Compare 2 Clinics & Prices" description: "DEXA Scans in Birmingham, Alabama's Medical Capital. Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Birmingham, AL — no referral needed." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/al/birmingham" --- [Dexascan](/) › [Alabama](/locations#al) › Birmingham # DEXA Scans in Birmingham, AL Birmingham built its modern identity around the UAB medical campus and its fitness identity around Red Mountain. A DEXA scan gives Jefferson County residents the same clinical body composition and bone density data the city's hospitals run on. A full body DEXA scan measures body fat %, lean muscle, and bone density in one pass A licensed medical professional reads every scan Re-scan later and compare the two reports side by side [👉 Find a DEXA Scan Location and Pricing in Birmingham Today](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Birmingham%2C%20AL) [👉 Find a DEXA Scan Location and Pricing in Birmingham Today (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_al_birmingham&stockist-query=Birmingham%20AL) The scan takes about 10 minutes. Results land in your inbox the next day. No referral required FDA-approved medical equipment HIPAA-compliant and private results Birmingham is the seat of Jefferson County and the center of Alabama's medical economy, with the University of Alabama at Birmingham ranking as the state's largest employer. The city's fitness scene has grown up around its reclaimed industrial spaces: Railroad Park and the Rotary Trail downtown, the Vulcan Trail on Red Mountain, and the larger trail networks at Red Mountain Park and Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve. Each winter the Mercedes-Benz Marathon sends thousands of runners through the city's historic neighborhoods. Birmingham's published DEXA options are both Grandview locations: Grandview Medical Center at 3690 Grandview Parkway on the US 280 corridor, and a second Grandview site at 5890 Valley Road, Suite 200 on the city's northeast side. For a city this saturated with medicine, a DEXA scan is the natural way to turn training and preventive care into hard numbers. County Jefferson County Area Code 205 Population 195,000+ Major Hospital System UAB Hospital ## Serving Birmingham and the Over-the-Mountain Communities Clients come to us from the city's historic neighborhoods and the Over-the-Mountain suburbs alike. Five Points South Highland Park Avondale Forest Park Crestwood Glen Iris Southside Homewood Mountain Brook Vestavia Hills Hoover Trussville ### ZIP Codes We Serve in Birmingham - 35235 — Grandview Medical Center - 35243 — Grandview Medical Center Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Birmingham area's main ones, not a limit — call (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. ## DEXA Scans in Birmingham, Alabama's Medical Capital The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Birmingham, covering 2 ZIP codes across the area. A DEXA scan measures your body fat percentage, how much lean muscle you carry in each limb, the visceral fat around your organs, and your bone mineral density. It takes about 10 minutes and you get the numbers in writing. Weighing it against an InBody reading or a smart scale? [See how the three measure up](/what-is-a-dexa-scan#dexa-comparison) . Deciding between the two scan types? See our guides to the [body composition scan](/body-composition-scan) and the [bone density test](/bone-density-test). ## Who Books a DEXA Scan in Birmingham? ### UAB's Medical & Research Community As Alabama's largest employer, UAB fills Birmingham with physicians, researchers, nurses, and health-science students who already think in clinical data. DEXA gives that community the same standard of measurement for their own body fat, lean mass, and bone density that they expect in their work. ### Red Mountain Trail Runners & Marathoners From the Vulcan Trail and Red Mountain Park singletrack to Mercedes-Benz Marathon training runs through Railroad Park, Birmingham's endurance community uses DEXA to confirm that a training block built lean muscle and trimmed fat rather than just moving the scale. ### Adults Screening for Bone Loss With Grandview Medical Center on the US 280 corridor among the city's published DEXA locations, Jefferson County adults, especially women 65 and older and men 70 and older, use DEXA T-scores to catch osteopenia early and track treatment over time. ## Why Book Your Birmingham DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com ### A Verified Birmingham-Area Clinic Grandview Medical Center serves the Birmingham area. Its address, phone, and hours are listed further down this page. ### Results Within 24 Hours Your report arrives within 24 hours of the scan, covering body fat percentage, regional lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density. ### Transparent Pricing Cash-pay DEXA scans typically run $99–$250 depending on the clinic and scan type — each listing's price is confirmed when you book. HSA/FSA cards are accepted at most clinics. ## How Getting a DEXA Scan in Birmingham Works 1 ### Find a Location Online Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Birmingham and book a time that works 2 ### 10-Minute Scan You lie still on the table, fully clothed. Wear something without metal. You do not need to fast 3 ### Get Your Report Your body composition and bone density report arrives by email within 24 hours ## Ready to Get Your DEXA Scan in Birmingham? Use the location finder to pick your clinic and book a time in minutes. [Find a Location & Book](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Birmingham%2C%20AL) [Find a Location & Book (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_al_birmingham&stockist-query=Birmingham%20AL) [Call (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) ## Frequently Asked Questions - Birmingham DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Birmingham, AL? Grandview Medical Center, at 3690 Grandview Parkway in Birmingham, AL, runs DEXA scans for the Birmingham area. Book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Birmingham? Expect a cash-pay range of roughly $99–$250 in Birmingham — the price depends on the clinic and the scan type, since each provider prices independently. Confirm the number with the clinic when you book; most accept HSA and FSA cards. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Birmingham? Body composition scans in Birmingham are open booking: no doctor, no paperwork. The referral question only comes up for a bone density study you want billed to insurance, and paying cash for that one skips it too. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Birmingham, Alabama? Often, yes, but only for bone density. If a physician orders the scan as medically necessary, say after a referral from a doctor at a Jefferson County health system like UAB Hospital & Grandview Medical Center, insurance usually covers it. Body composition scans booked for fitness reasons are self-pay. HSA and FSA cards work for both. Is a DEXA scan safe in Birmingham? Yes, and safe enough to repeat, which is why Birmingham clients rescan every few months to track progress. The dose is about one-tenth of a chest X-ray, under a normal day of background exposure. It is an open table, not an enclosed tube, and you stay fully clothed. What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Birmingham? Four things a scale cannot: body fat percentage overall and by region, lean muscle mass in each limb and your trunk, the visceral fat around your organs, and your bone mineral density. One pass at Grandview Medical Center, one report. How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Birmingham? Around half an hour door to door at Grandview Medical Center, of which 10-15 minutes is table time. The full report lands in your inbox within 24 hours. What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan? They are the same thing. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry abbreviates to DXA in clinical notes and to DEXA in everyday use — including on the Birmingham listings above. One test, one machine. ## 2 DEXA Scan Locations in Birmingham Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Birmingham metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. - ### Grandview Medical Center 3690 Grandview Parkway Birmingham, AL 35243 Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Birmingham%2C%20AL) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_al_birmingham&stockist-query=Birmingham%20AL) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Grandview%20Medical%20Center%2C%203690%20Grandview%20Parkway%2C%20Birmingham%2C%20AL%2C%2035243) - ### Grandview Medical Center 5890 Valley Road, Suite 200 Birmingham, AL 35235 Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Birmingham%2C%20AL) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_al_birmingham&stockist-query=Birmingham%20AL) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Grandview%20Medical%20Center%2C%205890%20Valley%20Road%2C%20Suite%20200%2C%20Birmingham%2C%20AL%2C%2035235) [👉 Choose a location in Birmingham](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Birmingham%2C%20AL) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/#organization", "name": "Dexascans.com", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com", "logo": "https://www.dexascans.com/favicon.png" }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MedicalWebPage", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/al/birmingham/#webpage", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com/al/birmingham", "name": "DEXA Scan in Birmingham, AL | Compare 2 Clinics & Prices", "description": "DEXA Scans in Birmingham, Alabama's Medical Capital. 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