--- title: "DEXA Scan in Avon, CT | Compare 2 Clinics" description: "DEXA body scans in Avon, CT. Medical-grade body fat analysis, visceral fat scan & bone density testing. Compare local clinics. Book today!" image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/ct/avon" --- [Dexascans](/) / [Connecticut](/#ct) / Avon Connecticut # DEXA scans in Avon Medical-grade DEXA body composition scans and bone density testing across the Avon area. DEXA is the method sports-medicine clinics and osteoporosis screening programs use to measure body fat and bone mineral density. [See clinics](#locations) [Call (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) Or call [(786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) and we'll find the nearest clinic. - Most cash-pay scans need no referral - FDA-cleared DEXA technology clinics listed 2 scan · report in a day or two ~10 min A full body DEXA scan measures body fat %, lean muscle and bone density in one pass. [Body fat calculator Know your body fat before you book A tape measure gets you within about 3.5 points. Then compare 2 Avon clinics. →](/body-fat-calculator) [On Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro? How much of your weight loss is muscle? In the trials, 25–39% of the weight lost was lean mass. See your number. →](/glp-1-muscle-loss) Local context ## What a DEXA Scan Tells You in Avon The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Avon, 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](/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). Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Avon Each ZIP below is in the Avon service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 06001 — Jefferson Radiology - Avon, Radiology Associates of Hartford - Avon Office - 06001 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Avon area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Avon works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Avon listings on this page, then get in touch to book 2. 02 ### 10-minute scan You lie still on the table, fully clothed. Wear something without metal. You do not need to fast 3. 03 ### Get your report Most clinics send your body composition and bone density report within a day or two; ask yours when you book Why book here ## Why find your Avon DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Avon-Area Clinics 2 clinics serve the Avon area. Each one is listed further down this page. ### Results in a day or two Most clinics send the report within a day or two of the scan, covering body fat percentage, regional lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density. ### Transparent pricing Where clinics publish a cash price, the middle half of prices runs $120–$199. The clinic confirms the price when you book. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. [Compare DEXA prices](/dexa-scan-cost) ## Ready to get your DEXA scan in Avon? Compare the clinics listed on this page; each one shows how to get in touch. [See clinics](#locations) [Call Dexascans: (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) ## Frequently Asked Questions - Avon DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Avon, CT? Jefferson Radiology - Avon, at 100 Simsbury Road, Ste 101 in Avon, CT, runs DEXA scans for the Avon area. Call (860) 289-3375 to schedule your appointment. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Avon? Expect a cash-pay range of roughly $99–$250 in Avon — 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 Avon? At most clinics a self-pay body composition scan is open booking: no doctor, no paperwork. The referral question mainly comes up for a bone density study you want billed to insurance; hospital imaging departments in Avon may ask for an order either way. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Avon, Connecticut? Often, yes, but only for bone density. If a physician in the Avon area orders the scan as medically necessary, insurance usually covers it. Body composition scans booked for fitness reasons are self-pay in Avon, typically $99–$250 depending on the clinic. HSA and FSA cards work for both. Is a DEXA scan safe in Avon? Yes, and safe enough to repeat, which is why Avon 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 Avon? 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 on the table, one report; ask which scans are offered in Avon when you book. How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Avon? Around half an hour door to door at Jefferson Radiology - Avon, of which 10-15 minutes is table time. Most clinics email the full report within a day or two. 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 Avon listings above. One test, one machine. Find a clinic ## 2 DEXA scan locations in Avon Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Avon metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. Distance Sort ## Filters Distance Sort Showing the 2 clinics with verified map coordinates in the Avon area. 2 clinics - 1 ### [Jefferson Radiology - Avon](/c/jefferson-radiology-avon) 100 Simsbury Road, Ste 101 Avon, CT 06001 Call price not published [(860) 289-3375](tel:+18602893375) Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (860) 289-3375](tel:+18602893375) [View details](/c/jefferson-radiology-avon) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Jefferson%20Radiology%20-%20Avon%2C%20100%20Simsbury%20Road%2C%20Ste%20101%2C%20Avon%2C%20CT%2C%2006001) - 2 ### [Radiology Associates of Hartford - Avon Office](/c/radiology-associates-of-hartford-avon-office) 35 Nod Road, #101 Avon, CT 06001 Call price not published [(860) 969-6400](tel:+18609696400) Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (860) 969-6400](tel:+18609696400) [View details](/c/radiology-associates-of-hartford-avon-office) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Radiology%20Associates%20of%20Hartford%20-%20Avon%20Office%2C%2035%20Nod%20Road%2C%20%23101%2C%20Avon%2C%20CT%2C%2006001) No clinics match these filters Every Avon-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. 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