DEXA Scans in West Hartford, CT

West Hartford's Farmington Avenue corridor, home to the town's published DEXA options, sits minutes from West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square. One scan measures body fat, lean muscle, and bone density to a clinical standard.

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

No referral required
FDA-approved medical equipment
HIPAA-compliant and private results

West Hartford runs on an unusual mix of restaurant rows and reservoir trails. The Hartford County town centers on West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square, borders the rose gardens of Elizabeth Park on its Hartford line, and sends its runners and mountain bikers to the MDC reservoir trail network on its western edge. It is also a college town twice over, hosting the University of Hartford and the University of Saint Joseph. Both of the town's published DEXA options share one address in the heart of it all: DexaFit in Hartford and Eminence Hormone and Weightloss operate from 1000 Farmington Avenue, Suite 109, on the corridor that ties the Center to Hartford. That puts research-grade body composition testing, covering body fat, regional lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density, within minutes of Elmwood, Bishops Corner, and the Park Road neighborhood.

County
Hartford County
Area Code
860
Population
64,000+
Major Hospital System
Hartford Hospital

Serving West Hartford's Districts and Neighbors

The 1000 Farmington Avenue location draws clients from every corner of town and the surrounding Hartford suburbs.

West Hartford Center
Blue Back Square
Elmwood
Bishops Corner
Park Road
Prospect Avenue corridor
Farmington
Newington
Bloomfield
Hartford's West End

ZIP Codes We Serve in West Hartford

  • 06107 — DexaFit in Hartford, Eminence Hormone and Weightloss

Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the West Hartford area's main ones, not a limit — call 860-910-8669 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.

Where West Hartford Measures Body Composition

The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for West Hartford, covering 1 ZIP code 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 . Deciding between the two scan types? See our guides to the body composition scan and the bone density test.

Bone Density Testing (DXA) in West Hartford

DexaFit in Hartford, listed on this page, runs DEXA bone density scans alongside body composition. A bone density test reports the T-score physicians use for osteoporosis screening. With a doctor's order it's typically covered by insurance or Medicare; booked directly, it's a cash-pay scan and no referral is required.

New to bone density testing? T-scores, screening guidelines, and costs explained .

Who Relies on DEXA Scanning in West Hartford

Reservoir Trail Runners and Riders

The MDC reservoir trails on West Hartford's west side host one of Greater Hartford's biggest running and cycling scenes. DEXA shows those athletes exactly how training seasons change lean mass and body fat, region by region.

University of Hartford and Saint Joseph Communities

Students, faculty, and staff from the town's two universities use the Farmington Avenue DEXA location for validated baseline data, the ground truth behind whatever their wearables estimate.

Adults Coordinating Preventive Care

With Hartford Hospital and Saint Francis Hospital minutes away, West Hartford residents bring DEXA bone density reports to their physicians to catch early bone loss and track treatment response over time.

Why Book Your West Hartford DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com

A Verified West Hartford-Area Clinic

DexaFit in Hartford serves the West Hartford 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 West Hartford Works

1

Find a Location Online

Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest West Hartford 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 West Hartford?

Use the location finder to pick your clinic and book a time in minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions - West Hartford DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in West Hartford, CT?

DexaFit in Hartford, at 1000 Farmington Avenue, suite 109a in West Hartford, CT, runs DEXA scans for the West Hartford area. Call (860) 910-8669 or book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in West Hartford?

Each West Hartford clinic sets its own price, and cash-pay scans typically run $99–$250 depending on whether you book body composition, bone density, or both. The listings on this page carry the clinic's contact details so you can confirm the exact figure before you schedule. HSA and FSA payments are accepted at most locations.

Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in West Hartford?

Not for a body composition scan — you can book that at DexaFit in Hartford directly. A bone density scan billed to insurance usually needs a physician's order, though if you pay cash for it, no referral is required either.

Does insurance cover DEXA scans in West Hartford, Connecticut?

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 Hartford County health system like Hartford Hospital & Saint Francis Hospital (adjacent Hartford), 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 West Hartford?

Yes. A DEXA scan at DexaFit in Hartford delivers roughly a tenth the radiation of a chest X-ray, less than you absorb from natural background sources in a normal day. Nothing touches you and nothing is injected. You lie still for 10-15 minutes.

What does a full body DEXA scan measure in West Hartford?

Total and regional body fat percentage, how lean muscle is distributed across your arms, legs, and trunk, visceral fat around the organs, and bone mineral density. All of it from one 10-minute scan at DexaFit in Hartford.

How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in West Hartford?

Budget about 30 minutes including check-in at DexaFit in Hartford. The scan itself runs 10-15 minutes. Your results report arrives within 24 hours.

What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan?

Nothing. Both stand for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. DXA is what clinicians write, DEXA is what most people say, and DexaFit in Hartford runs the same test under either name. Same test, same machine.

2 DEXA Scan Locations in West Hartford

Imaging and body-composition facilities across the West Hartford metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out.