DEXA Scans in Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin's largest city has published DEXA options from the Historic Third Ward to the Marquette University campus. The scan delivers exact body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density in about ten minutes.

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

No Wisconsin city trains with more variety than Milwaukee: the Oak Leaf Trail loops more than a hundred miles through Milwaukee County, the lakefront path passes Bradford Beach and the marinas, and the Hank Aaron State Trail runs west along the Menomonee Valley. The city's published DEXA options match that range. H20 Health Hydration and Health Hydration Oasis share the address at 130 N Jefferson St near the Historic Third Ward, while Marquette University HPAC operates in Cramer Hall at 604 N 16th St on the Marquette campus, bringing university exercise-science resources to the public. Hospital care runs deep here too, from Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin to Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center. From Bay View to Riverwest to Wauwatosa, Milwaukeeans who want more than a smart-scale estimate can get the clinical measurement: fat mass, lean mass by region, visceral fat, and bone density.

County
Milwaukee County
Area Code
414
Population
570,000+
Major Hospital System
Froedtert

Serving Milwaukee's Neighborhoods and Suburbs

Clients reach the Third Ward and Marquette-area locations from every side of the county.

Historic Third Ward
Downtown & East Town
Lower East Side & Brady Street
Bay View
Walker's Point
Riverwest
Marquette / Near West Side
Wauwatosa
Shorewood
Whitefish Bay
West Allis
Glendale

ZIP Codes We Serve in Milwaukee

  • 53202 — H20 Health Hydration, Health Hydration Oasis
  • 53233 — Marquette University HPAC

Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Milwaukee area's main ones, not a limit — call (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.

Milwaukee's Options for a Real Body Composition Number

The 3 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Milwaukee, 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 . Deciding between the two scan types? See our guides to the body composition scan and the bone density test.

Who Books DEXA Scans in Milwaukee

Oak Leaf Trail and Lakefront Athletes

Cyclists riding the Oak Leaf Trail and runners training on the lakefront past Bradford Beach use DEXA to confirm each block of training added muscle and cut visceral fat, with numbers precise enough to compare scan to scan.

Marquette Students, Faculty, and Near-West Siders

Marquette University HPAC in Cramer Hall on N 16th St puts campus-grade exercise science within reach, and DEXA is its ground-truth measurement for body composition and bone density.

Adults Screening for Osteoporosis

With Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin and Aurora St. Luke's anchoring regional care, Milwaukee adults use DEXA bone density T-scores to catch bone loss early and track treatment response.

Why Book Your Milwaukee DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com

A Verified Milwaukee-Area Clinic

H20 Health Hydration serves the Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee Works

1

Find a Location Online

Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?

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

Frequently Asked Questions - Milwaukee DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in Milwaukee, WI?

H20 Health Hydration, at 130 N Jefferson St in Milwaukee, WI, runs DEXA scans for the Milwaukee area. Book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in Milwaukee?

Expect a cash-pay range of roughly $99–$250 in Milwaukee — 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 Milwaukee?

Body composition scans in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, Wisconsin?

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 Milwaukee County health system like Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Aurora St. Luke's, 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 Milwaukee?

Yes, and safe enough to repeat, which is why Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?

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 H20 Health Hydration, one report.

How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Milwaukee?

Around half an hour door to door at H20 Health Hydration, 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 Milwaukee listings above. One test, one machine.

3 DEXA Scan Locations in Milwaukee

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