Florida · Miami-Dade County

DEXA scans in Homestead

Everglades trail regulars and the Homestead ARB fitness crowd can use this page to find body composition and bone density testing in southern Miami-Dade — the DEXA listings show each clinic's address and contact details.

Or call (786) 420-6630 and we'll find the nearest clinic.

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scan · report in a day or two
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Local context

Homestead's Clinical Health Resource at the Gateway to the Everglades

The clinic listed further down this page runs that scan for Homestead, covering 6 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.

Homestead is Miami-Dade County's southernmost city, a community shaped by its proximity to Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Homestead Air Reserve Base. The military fitness culture of ARB Homestead, combined with the outdoor recreation community that uses Everglades trails and Biscayne Bay for kayaking and cycling, creates a distinctive active population. Homestead's growing Latino community and the agricultural workers and families who have built this unique city at the gateway to Florida's national parks are increasingly focused on preventive health monitoring. DEXA body composition scanning in Homestead brings clinical precision to Miami-Dade's southernmost community.

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.

County
Miami-Dade County
Area code
305/786
Population
75,000+
Major hospital system
Baptist Health South Florida
Coverage

ZIP codes we serve in Homestead

Each ZIP below is in the Homestead service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder.

Highlighted ZIP codes have a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Homestead 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 Homestead works

  1. Pick a clinic

    Pick the clinic nearest you from the Homestead listings on this page, then get in touch to book

  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

    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 Homestead DEXA scan on Dexascans.com

A Homestead-Area Clinic

Homestead Diagnostic Center serves the Homestead area. Its address, phone, and hours are 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

Ready to get your DEXA scan in Homestead?

The clinic listed on this page shows how to get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions - Homestead DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in Homestead, FL?

We don't run a clinic in Homestead — Dexascans.com is a directory, and each DEXA listing on this page shows its address and contact details. Homestead, Florida City, Kendall, and south Miami-Dade residents book body composition, bone density, and visceral fat scans directly with the clinic they choose.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in Homestead?

Prices are set by each clinic, not by Dexascans.com — cash-pay DEXA in the Homestead area typically runs $99–$250 depending on scan type, below what Baptist Health South Florida or HCA Florida Mercy imaging rates usually reach. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA; confirm when you book.

What fitness community drives DEXA demand in Homestead?

Homestead's unique fitness community (Homestead Air Reserve Base military fitness culture, agricultural workers with high physical activity demands, Everglades National Park endurance athletes, and competitive racing fans from the Homestead-Miami Speedway) creates diverse demand for clinical body composition data. The DEXA listings on this page give that varied south Miami-Dade athletic community a place to start.

Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Homestead?

Usually not. Body composition and wellness DEXA scans are typically self-referred, while an insurance-billed bone density exam usually starts with a physician's order. Homestead Air Reserve Base personnel, Florida Keys commuters, and south Miami-Dade County residents can check each listing on this page for booking details.

Is a DEXA scan safe in Homestead?

Yes. DEXA uses minimal radiation, far less than a chest X-ray. Painless, non-invasive, 10-15 minutes. Safe for Homestead military personnel, endurance athletes training in the Everglades corridor, and active south Miami-Dade residents monitoring body composition and bone density.

How long does a DEXA scan take in Homestead?

About 30 minutes total, 10-15 minutes for the scan. Fits into a Homestead Air Base schedule, Florida Turnpike commute stop, or a South Dade weekend appointment. Hours vary clinic to clinic — ask about early or Saturday slots when you book.

Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Homestead, Florida?

Often, for bone density. TRICARE covers bone density DEXA scans for eligible Homestead Air Reserve Base personnel and dependents. Most civilian plans including Florida Blue, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare in Miami-Dade County also cover bone density scans when medically indicated. Payment policies are each clinic's own — ask whether HSA/FSA cards are accepted when booking.

What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Homestead?

A full body DEXA scan measures total and regional body fat percentage, lean muscle mass distribution, visceral fat levels, and bone mineral density. For Homestead Air Reserve Base service members, Everglades endurance athletes, and south Miami-Dade County health professionals, this clinical data provides precise benchmarks for fitness readiness and long-term wellness.

How is DEXA different from military fitness tests in Homestead?

Military fitness assessments measure performance (push-ups, run time), not body composition directly. DEXA provides the clinical body fat percentage and lean mass data that correlates with performance, used to identify muscle imbalances, optimize training loads, and verify body composition standards with ±1-2% clinical accuracy trusted by military sports medicine programs.

Can I get same-day DEXA results in Homestead?

Turnaround varies clinic to clinic, so ask about timing when you book. The report covers body fat percentage, lean muscle by region, visceral fat score, and bone density T-scores. Essential for Homestead military personnel, endurance athletes, and south Miami-Dade health professionals tracking body composition over training cycles.

Find a clinic

Where to get a DEXA scan in Homestead

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