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DEXA scans in Panama City

Medical-grade DEXA body composition scans and bone density testing across Bay County. DEXA is the method sports-medicine clinics and osteoporosis screening programs use to measure body fat and bone mineral density.

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

clinic listed
1
scan · report in a day or two
~10 min
Local context

Panama City's Clinical Health Standard for the St. Andrew Bay Community

The clinic listed further down this page runs that scan for Panama City, 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.

Panama City in Bay County is the Panhandle's largest city, with a fitness community shaped by Tyndall Air Force Base's military culture and the outdoor recreation of the St. Andrew Bay waterfront corridor. Panama City has roughly 37,000 residents and gets most of its hospital care through HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital & Ascension Sacred Heart Bay. For a DEXA scan, the practical question in Bay County is which nearby clinic takes self-pay appointments without a referral.

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
Bay County
Area code
850
Population
37,000+
Major hospital system
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
Coverage

ZIP codes we serve in Panama City

Each ZIP below is in the Panama City 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 Panama City 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 Panama City works

  1. Pick a clinic

    Pick the clinic nearest you from the Panama City 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 Panama City DEXA scan on Dexascans.com

A Panama City-Area Clinic

Gulf Imaging Open MRI serves the Panama City 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 Panama City?

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

Frequently Asked Questions - Panama City DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in Panama City, FL?

Check the one clinic listed on this page. Panama City's main routes, the 23rd Street corridor, US-98, and US-231, connect it with Lynn Haven, Parker, and the rest of Bay County. Hours and scheduling are each clinic's own; book directly using the contact details in the listing, and ask which scans are offered and whether a referral is needed.

What makes Panama City's community use DEXA body scans?

Panama City serves as the Bay County seat and military hub. Tyndall AFB has rebuilt from Hurricane Michael as a next-generation Air Force installation, creating a large military community with rigorous body composition standards. Combined with the St. Andrew Bay waterfront fitness culture, the recovering outdoor recreation scene at St. Andrews State Park, and a resilient civilian workforce, Panama City has strong demand for clinical body composition data.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in Panama City?

Pricing is set by each clinic, not by Dexascans.com, and the listings on this page show prices where clinics publish them. Cost depends on scan type. HSA/FSA cards are often accepted for DEXA, and military families should ask about TRICARE when booking.

Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Panama City?

Usually not for body composition. Tyndall AFB personnel, Panama City civilians, and Bay County residents can generally book self-pay body composition scans without a physician order; insurance-billed bone density typically needs one. Confirm each clinic's policy when you book.

Can I get same-day DEXA results in Panama City?

Turnaround varies clinic to clinic, so raise timing when you book. A full DEXA report covers body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, visceral fat, and bone density T-scores, essential for Panama City military personnel and Bay County health professionals.

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Where to get a DEXA scan in Panama City

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