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DEXA scans in Highland Park

Precise body-composition and bone-density DEXA scans in Highland Park, IL, self-pay, no insurance maze; compare the listings below for address and contact details.

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

clinic listed
1
published cash price
$150
scan · report in a day or two
~10 min
Local context

DEXA Scans in Highland Park, Illinois

The clinic listed further down this page runs that scan for Highland Park, 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.

Highland Park sits along the Lake Michigan bluffs in Lake County, one of the North Shore's most affluent communities. Between Metra commutes downtown on the Union Pacific North line, summers at the Ravinia Festival, and weekends on the trails at Rosewood Beach and Fort Sheridan, residents here take their fitness and longevity seriously. A direct-book DEXA scan measures body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density with the same technology hospitals use, without a referral for body composition; the DEXA providers published for Highland Park are listed on this page. Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital handles insurance-billed diagnostic osteoporosis imaging by physician order, while self-pay DEXA gives anyone an accurate, fast snapshot of what's happening inside their body.

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
Lake County
Area code
847 / 224
Population
30,000+
Major hospital system
Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital
Coverage

ZIP codes we serve in Highland Park

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

Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Highland Park area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.

Neighborhoods

Highland Park Neighborhoods & Nearby North Shore Towns We Serve

Highland Park's neighborhoods and the surrounding North Shore communities are tied together by Route 41, Skokie Valley Road, and Green Bay Road; check the listings on this page for the address closest to you.

Downtown / Central Avenue Highland Park's walkable core around Central Avenue and the Metra depot on St. Johns Avenue, convenient before or after your morning train downtown.
Ravinia The village-like Ravinia district near the famous Ravinia Festival grounds, with Roger Williams and St. Johns Avenues heading west.
Braeside A prestigious enclave along Green Bay Road north of Lake Cook Road, served by its own Braeside Metra stop.
Sherwood Forest Tucked south of Berkeley Road between Ridge Road and Route 41, wooded Sherwood Forest is one of the city's quieter corners.
Fort Sheridan The historic former army post turned lakefront preserve on Highland Park's northern edge, with Route 41 running south through town.
West Ridgewood On the city's west side near the Route 41 corridor.
Highwood Neighboring Highwood, with its own UP-N Metra stop and lively dining scene, sits just north of Highland Park along Route 41.
Deerfield Just southwest across Lake Cook Road in Lake County, Deerfield connects to Highland Park via Route 41 and the Skokie Valley Road corridor.
Lake Forest The estates and downtown of Lake Forest lie a short drive north, with Route 41 running south into Highland Park.
Glencoe South along the lakefront and the UP-N line, Glencoe connects north via Green Bay Road or Route 41.
Northbrook West of Highland Park in Cook County, Northbrook connects through the Route 41 / Skokie Valley Road corridor.
Lake Bluff North of Fort Sheridan in Lake County, Lake Bluff is a simple southbound drive on Route 41.
Who books one

Who Benefits from a DEXA Scan in Highland Park

Chicago-Commuting Professionals

Highland Park's downtown-bound professionals ride the Metra UP-N line and log long desk hours with little time for the gym. A DEXA scan gives a precise baseline of body fat, visceral fat, and lean mass in about 30 minutes, an efficient, data-driven check-in that fits a demanding North Shore schedule.

Active North Shore Athletes

From tennis and golf at the country clubs to runners and cyclists on the Fort Sheridan and Rosewood Beach trails, Highland Park's endurance and racquet-sport crowd uses DEXA to track lean-muscle gains and dial in nutrition. At ±1–2% accuracy versus 5–8% for InBody and other BIA scales, DEXA gives the reliable numbers serious athletes train by.

Adults 50+ Tracking Muscle & Bone

For Highland Park residents over 50 focused on healthy aging, a single DEXA visit measures both lean mass and bone density, flagging early sarcopenia and osteopenia. Body-composition scans are direct-book with no referral, while Medicare covers screening DXA for qualifying patients and insurance-billed diagnostic bone-density imaging is available by physician order through hospital radiology.

How it works

How getting a DEXA scan in Highland Park works

  1. Pick a clinic

    Pick the clinic nearest you from the Highland Park 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 Highland Park DEXA scan on Dexascans.com

A Highland Park-Area Clinic

DexaFit - Highland Park serves the Highland Park area. Its address and phone 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

Published cash-pay prices at the Highland Park clinics below run $150. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. Compare DEXA prices

Ready to get your DEXA scan in Highland Park?

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

Frequently Asked Questions - Highland Park DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in Highland Park, IL?

One DEXA provider is listed for Highland Park on this page with address and contact details. You can direct-book a body-composition scan with no referral needed. To schedule, text or call (786) 420-6630.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in Highland Park?

Each clinic sets its own rates; Dexascans.com doesn't price scans. Cash-pay DEXA in the Highland Park area generally runs $99-$250 depending on whether you want body composition, bone density, or both, and many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards — confirm when you book.

Can I get body composition testing near Ravinia without a referral?

Yes. A body-composition DEXA scan is direct-book and requires no doctor's referral. From the Ravinia district, check the addresses in the listings on this page for the closest option, then text or call (786) 420-6630 to book a time.

How accurate is a DEXA scan compared to an InBody or home scale?

DEXA is the test the research uses for body composition, with roughly ±1–2% margin of error. Bioelectrical impedance devices like InBody scales typically run 5–8% off, which is why serious athletes and Highland Park residents choose DEXA for reliable tracking.

Is the radiation from a DEXA scan in Highland Park safe?

Yes. A DEXA scan uses a very low radiation dose, roughly one-tenth of a standard chest X-ray. The scan itself takes about 10–15 minutes, and most visits run around 30 minutes total.

Do I need a doctor's order for a bone-density scan in Highland Park?

It depends on the type. A self-pay body-composition DEXA that also reports bone density is generally direct-book with no referral. A separate insurance-billed diagnostic osteoporosis exam requires a physician order and is handled through hospital radiology, such as Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital.

Does Medicare or insurance cover a DEXA scan in Highland Park?

Medicare covers screening DXA bone-density testing for qualifying patients through a physician-ordered diagnostic route at hospital radiology. Body-composition and self-pay scans are priced by each clinic, typically in the $99-$250 range, and HSA/FSA funds can often be used; confirm when you book.

How long does a DEXA scan take and when will I get results?

Plan on about 30 minutes, with the actual scan lasting only 10–15 minutes. Your detailed results cover body fat, lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density; ask when you book how soon they'll be ready.

I commute downtown on the Metra, can I fit a DEXA scan around my train?

Usually, yes. The scan itself takes 10–15 minutes, and Highland Park has three UP-N stations (Highland Park, Ravinia, and Braeside) with Route 41 and Skokie Valley Road running nearby. Check each listing's address and contact details on this page, then text or call (786) 420-6630 to find a slot that works.

Can athletes and active adults in Highland Park use DEXA to track progress?

Yes. Whether you're a runner on the Rosewood Beach trails, a tennis or golf regular, or training for an event, repeat DEXA scans precisely track lean-muscle gains and fat loss over time, far more accurately than a scale or BIA device.

Find a clinic

Where to get a DEXA scan in Highland Park

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DEXA Scan Cost in Highland Park

Cash-pay prices at Highland Park clinics, taken from each clinic's published listing or confirmed with them by phone. Prices move, so reconfirm when you book.

Clinic DEXA Scan Price
DexaFit - Highland Park From $150