--- title: "DEXA Scan in Atlanta, GA | Compare 2 Clinics & Prices" description: "Atlanta's Measurement Standard, from the BeltLine to the Perimeter. Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Atlanta, GA — no referral needed." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/ga/atlanta" --- [Dexascan](/) › [Georgia](/locations#ga) › Atlanta # DEXA Scans in Atlanta, GA Atlanta trains on the BeltLine, races down Peachtree Road every Fourth of July, and builds its wellness routines around the gyms and studios of Buckhead, Midtown, and the Perimeter. DEXA scanning gives the city ground truth: body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density measured with 1-2% precision. 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 Atlanta Today](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20GA) [👉 Find a DEXA Scan Location and Pricing in Atlanta Today (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ga_atlanta&stockist-query=Atlanta%20GA) 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 Atlanta's two published DEXA options bracket the city's busiest wellness corridors. Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta, a Capitol Imaging Services center at 2284 Peachtree Rd NW, sits in South Buckhead near Peachtree Hills, a few blocks up Peachtree from Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and directly on the course the AJC Peachtree Road Race follows each July 4th. To the north, Live Lean RX Atlanta runs a dedicated body-composition testing studio on Lake Forest Drive in Sandy Springs, an easy reach from the Central Perimeter offices along I-285 and GA-400. Between the two, intown neighborhoods like Midtown, Virginia-Highland, and the BeltLine districts as well as the northside suburbs all have a scanner close by. Whether the goal is a training-block checkpoint or a first bone density baseline. County Fulton County Area Code 404 / 678 / 470 Population 500,000+ Major Hospital System Emory Healthcare ## DEXA Scans Across Atlanta's Neighborhoods From intown BeltLine districts to the Perimeter suburbs, clients reach one of the two clinics from every corner of the metro. Buckhead Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta sits on Peachtree Rd NW at the district's southern edge. Peachtree Hills Steps from Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta's Peachtree Rd NW location. Sandy Springs Home to Live Lean RX Atlanta on Lake Forest Drive, Suite 125. Dunwoody A short trip around the Perimeter to Live Lean RX on Lake Forest Drive. Midtown Straight up Peachtree Road to Outpatient Imaging near Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Brookhaven Virginia-Highland Old Fourth Ward Inman Park West Midtown Ansley Park Morningside ### ZIP Codes We Serve in Atlanta - 30309 — Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta (Capitol Imaging Services) - 30328 — Live Lean RX Atlanta Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Atlanta area's main ones, not a limit — call (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. ## Atlanta's Measurement Standard, from the BeltLine to the Perimeter The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Atlanta, 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](/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). ## Who Books DEXA Scans in Atlanta? ### Peachtree Road Race & BeltLine Runners The world's largest 10K pours down Peachtree Road every July, right past the front door of Outpatient Imaging in South Buckhead. Atlanta's road racers and BeltLine Eastside Trail regulars use DEXA to confirm a training cycle actually added lean mass and cut fat, instead of guessing from a bathroom scale. ### Perimeter Professionals & Corporate Wellness Sandy Springs and the Central Perimeter host major headquarters (UPS, Mercedes-Benz USA, Inspire Brands) and a workforce that treats health data seriously. Office workers around GA-400 and I-285 book DEXA at Live Lean RX on Lake Forest Drive for the hard baseline a wearable can't provide: visceral fat and regional lean mass. ### Adults Tracking Bone Density With Piedmont Atlanta Hospital just down Peachtree from the Outpatient Imaging center, and Emory Healthcare physicians across the city emphasizing preventive screening, Atlantans use DEXA T-scores to catch bone loss early, establish a baseline before menopause or after fifty, and measure response to strength training or treatment. ## Why Book Your Atlanta DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com ### A Verified Atlanta-Area Clinic Live Lean RX Atlanta serves the Atlanta 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 Atlanta Works 1 ### Find a Location Online Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Atlanta 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 Atlanta? Use the location finder to pick your clinic and book a time in minutes. [Find a Location & Book](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20GA) [Find a Location & Book (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ga_atlanta&stockist-query=Atlanta%20GA) [Call (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) ## Frequently Asked Questions - Atlanta DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Atlanta, GA? Dexascans.com lists two Atlanta-area clinics: Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta (Capitol Imaging Services) at 2284 Peachtree Rd NW in South Buckhead near Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, (404) 225-5674, and Live Lean RX Atlanta at 6100 Lake Forest Dr., Suite 125 in Sandy Springs, (404) 884-5942. Both are independent clinics — you book with them, and their verified details appear in the listings further down this page. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Atlanta? Each clinic sets its own pricing; in Atlanta a DEXA typically runs $99–$250 depending on the clinic and scan type, so confirm the price when you book. Cash-pay scans at independent centers are often cheaper than hospital imaging departments, and many clinics take HSA/FSA cards — ask when scheduling. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Atlanta? For a cash-pay body composition scan, no — book straight through the clinic with no physician involved. Bone density is different only when insurance pays: plans generally require an order from a physician, such as one affiliated with Emory Healthcare or Piedmont Healthcare, before covering an osteoporosis screening. If you self-pay for a bone density scan, no referral is needed at all. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Atlanta, Georgia? It depends on the scan. Bone density DEXA is often covered when a physician orders it as medically necessary, a common referral from doctors across Fulton County's Emory and Piedmont networks. Body composition scans for fitness and wellness are typically self-pay at the clinic's own rate, and many clinics accept HSA/FSA payments — verify with the clinic you choose. Is a DEXA scan safe? Yes. The X-ray dose is extremely low, roughly a tenth of a standard chest X-ray, below a day of natural background radiation. You lie still on an open table for a painless 10-15 minute scan; nothing encloses you and nothing touches you. What does a full-body DEXA scan measure in Atlanta? One scan reports total and regional body fat percentage, lean muscle mass in your arms, legs, and trunk, visceral fat around the organs, and bone mineral density. For BeltLine runners, Buckhead lifters, and Perimeter professionals tracking healthspan, it's the single most complete body composition snapshot available outside a research lab. How long does a DEXA appointment take in Atlanta? Budget about 30 minutes door to door for check-in and the scan, which itself takes only 10-15 minutes — short enough to fit before work in Sandy Springs or between meetings in Buckhead. Most partner clinics email your report within about 24 hours; ask about turnaround when you book. How is DEXA different from the InBody scan at my Atlanta gym? InBody and other BIA devices estimate composition from electrical impedance, which swings 5-8% with hydration, a real problem after sweating through an Atlanta summer workout. DEXA measures tissue directly with X-ray at ±1-2% accuracy regardless of hydration, which is why it's the benchmark in sports medicine and body-composition research. Is there a DEXA scan near Sandy Springs and the Perimeter? Yes — Live Lean RX Atlanta operates at 6100 Lake Forest Dr., Suite 125 in Sandy Springs, convenient to the I-285/GA-400 Perimeter corridor and the north metro, including Dunwoody and Brookhaven. Call the clinic at (404) 884-5942 to book a body composition scan there. Why do Atlanta athletes use DEXA scans? Atlanta's race calendar is relentless, the AJC Peachtree Road Race, the Publix Atlanta Marathon, weekly BeltLine and Chattahoochee trail miles. DEXA lets athletes verify what a training block actually changed: lean mass gained, fat lost, and left-right muscle balance. Scanning at the start and end of a cycle turns guesswork into a measured result. ## 2 DEXA Scan Locations in Atlanta Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Atlanta metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. Showing the 2 clinics with verified map coordinates in the Atlanta area. - ### Live Lean RX Atlanta 6100 Lake Forest Dr., Suite 125 Atlanta, GA 30328 [(404) 884-5942](tel:4048845942) Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20GA) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ga_atlanta&stockist-query=Atlanta%20GA) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Live%20Lean%20RX%20Atlanta%2C%206100%20Lake%20Forest%20Dr.%2C%20Suite%20125%2C%20Atlanta%2C%20GA%2C%2030328) - ### Outpatient Imaging - Atlanta (Capitol Imaging Services) 2284 Peachtree Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30309 [(404) 225-5674](tel:4042255674) Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20GA) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ga_atlanta&stockist-query=Atlanta%20GA) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Outpatient%20Imaging%20-%20Atlanta%20\(Capitol%20Imaging%20Services\)%2C%202284%20Peachtree%20Rd%20NW%2C%20Atlanta%2C%20GA%2C%2030309) ## DEXA Scans in Nearby Cities - [DEXA Scan in Peachtree City, GA](/ga/peachtree-city) [👉 Choose a location in Atlanta](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20GA) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/#organization", "name": "Dexascans.com", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com", "logo": "https://www.dexascans.com/favicon.png" }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MedicalWebPage", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/ga/atlanta/#webpage", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com/ga/atlanta", "name": "DEXA Scan in Atlanta, GA | Compare 2 Clinics & Prices", "description": "Atlanta's Measurement Standard, from the BeltLine to the Perimeter. 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