DEXA Scans in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento's fitness identity runs along the 32-mile American River Parkway, one of the longest paved urban trail systems in the country, and through the studios of Midtown and East Sacramento. DEXA scanning gives the capital region body fat, muscle, and bone density data.
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 Sacramento Today
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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
The American River Parkway runs 32 miles through Sacramento County, and a lot of the region's training happens on it. Mileage alone won't tell a runner whether they're losing fat or losing muscle, which is the question that actually matters after a long base period. A DEXA scan in Sacramento separates the two, and adds bone density and visceral fat while you're on the table.
County
Sacramento County
Area Code
916
Population
525,000+
Major Hospital System
UC Davis Medical Center
Serving Sacramento and the Capital Region
We serve clients from across the Sacramento metro, the central city, the Pocket, Natomas, and the surrounding suburbs.
Midtown
East Sacramento
Land Park
Curtis Park
Natomas
Pocket-Greenhaven
Oak Park
Tahoe Park
Roseville
Folsom
Elk Grove
Davis
Citrus Heights
Rancho Cordova
Carmichael
Fair Oaks
ZIP Codes We Serve in Sacramento
- 95816 — DexaFit Sacramento
Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Sacramento area's main ones, not a limit — call (916) 461-7020 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.
The American River Parkway City's Clinical Health Benchmark
The clinic listed further down this page runs that scan for Sacramento, 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 Sacramento
DexaFit Sacramento, 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 Sacramento?
Parkway Runners & Cyclists
Athletes training on the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail, from Folsom to Old Sacramento, use DEXA to measure what mileage alone can't: lean muscle preserved, visceral fat lost, and bone density maintained.
State Workforce & Busy Professionals
Sacramento's large public-sector and healthcare workforce uses DEXA as an efficient annual checkpoint: one ten-minute scan quantifies body fat percentage, muscle balance, and metabolic risk markers.
Adults Screening for Bone Loss
With UC Davis Medical Center anchoring the region's preventive care, Sacramento-area residents use DEXA bone density testing to catch early bone loss and track treatment response over time.
Why Book Your Sacramento DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com
A Verified Sacramento-Area Clinic
DexaFit Sacramento serves the Sacramento 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 Sacramento Works
1
Find a Location Online
Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
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Frequently Asked Questions - Sacramento DEXA Scans
Where can I get a DEXA scan in Sacramento, CA?
DexaFit Sacramento, at 2408 J Street in Sacramento, CA, runs DEXA scans for the Sacramento area. Call (916) 461-7020 or book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment.
How much does a DEXA scan cost in Sacramento?
Each Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
Not for a body composition scan — you can book that at DexaFit Sacramento 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 Sacramento, California?
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 Sacramento County health system like UC Davis Medical Center & Sutter Health, 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 Sacramento?
Yes. A DEXA scan at DexaFit Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
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 Sacramento.
How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Sacramento?
Budget about 30 minutes including check-in at DexaFit Sacramento. 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 Sacramento runs the same test under either name. Same test, same machine.
Where to Get a DEXA Scan in Sacramento
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