--- title: "DEXA Scan in Louisville, KY | Compare 4 Clinics & Prices" description: "Four Ways to Get a DEXA Scan in Louisville. Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Louisville, KY — no referral needed." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/ky/louisville" --- [Dexascan](/) › [Kentucky](/locations#ky) › Louisville # DEXA Scans in Louisville, KY Book a DEXA scan in Louisville, Kentucky, with published locations from Executive Park to Shelbyville Road and Chamberlain Lane. DEXA quantifies body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density in one scan. 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 Louisville Today](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [👉 Find a DEXA Scan Location and Pricing in Louisville Today (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) 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 Louisville stretches along the Ohio River in Jefferson County, a city whose calendar runs from the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs to summer evenings on the Big Four Bridge at Waterfront Park, and whose Olmsted-designed parks, Cherokee and Iroquois among them, host runners year-round. It is also one of the better-supplied DEXA markets in the region. DexaFit Louisville at 504 Executive Park and Live Lean RX Louisville at 1230 Liberty Bank Ln, Suite 200 focus on body-composition scanning, while Heartland Imaging on Shelbyville Road and SimonMed Louisville on Chamberlain Ln. add imaging-center options in the East End. Norton Healthcare, UofL Health, and Baptist Health Louisville give the city deep clinical infrastructure for follow-up. Whether the goal is Derby Festival miniMarathon training or an osteoporosis baseline, DEXA turns it into numbers: fat mass, regional lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density. County Jefferson County Area Code 502 Population 630,000+ Major Hospital System Norton Healthcare, UofL Health ## Serving Louisville From the Highlands to the East End Clients come to Louisville's published DEXA locations from across Jefferson County, the urban core, the Olmsted park neighborhoods, and the East End suburbs. The Highlands Old Louisville NuLu Germantown Clifton Crescent Hill Butchertown Downtown Schnitzelburg Portland St. Matthews Middletown ### ZIP Codes We Serve in Louisville - 40207 — DexaFit Louisville - 40222 — Heartland Imaging Louisville Shelbyville Road, Live Lean RX Louisville - 40241 — SimonMed Louisville Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Louisville area's main ones, not a limit — call 502-822-6603 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. ## Four Ways to Get a DEXA Scan in Louisville The 4 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Louisville, covering 3 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). ## Bone Density Testing (DXA) in Louisville DexaFit Louisville, listed on this page, runs DEXA bone density scans alongside body composition. A bone density test reports the T-score physicians use for osteoporosis screening. With a doctor's order it's typically covered by insurance or Medicare; booked directly, it's a cash-pay scan and no referral is required. New to bone density testing? [T-scores, screening guidelines, and costs explained](/bone-density-test) . ## Who Books DEXA Scans in Louisville ### MiniMarathon Runners and Park Athletes Runners training through Cherokee Park's hills and along the Waterfront for the Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon use DEXA to confirm that mileage and strength work are building lean mass, not eroding it. ### Data-Driven Professionals and Gym Members With multiple body-composition facilities, including DexaFit Louisville at Executive Park and Live Lean RX on Liberty Bank Lane, Louisville's professionals can benchmark body fat, muscle balance, and visceral fat annually instead of guessing. ### Adults Screening for Bone Loss Imaging centers like Heartland Imaging on Shelbyville Road and SimonMed on Chamberlain Lane offer DEXA bone densitometry, with follow-up care available through Norton Healthcare, UofL Health, and Baptist Health Louisville physicians. ## Why Book Your Louisville DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com ### A Verified Louisville-Area Clinic DexaFit Louisville serves the Louisville 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 Louisville Works 1 ### Find a Location Online Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Louisville 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 Louisville? 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%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [Find a Location & Book (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) [Call 502-822-6603](tel:5028226603) ## Frequently Asked Questions - Louisville DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Louisville, KY? DexaFit Louisville, at 504 Executive Park in Louisville, KY, runs DEXA scans for the Louisville area. Call (502) 822-6603 or book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Louisville? Expect a cash-pay range of roughly $99–$250 in Louisville — 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 Louisville? Body composition scans in Louisville are open booking: no doctor, no paperwork. The referral question only comes up for a bone density study you want billed to insurance, and paying cash for that one skips it too. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Louisville, Kentucky? Often, yes, but only for bone density. If a physician orders the scan as medically necessary, say after a referral from a doctor at a Jefferson County health system like Norton Healthcare, UofL Health & Baptist Health Louisville, insurance usually covers it. Body composition scans booked for fitness reasons are self-pay. HSA and FSA cards work for both. Is a DEXA scan safe in Louisville? Yes, and safe enough to repeat, which is why Louisville 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 Louisville? 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 at DexaFit Louisville, one report. How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Louisville? Around half an hour door to door at DexaFit Louisville, of which 10-15 minutes is table time. The full report lands in your inbox within 24 hours. 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 Louisville listings above. One test, one machine. ## 4 DEXA Scan Locations in Louisville Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Louisville metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. - ### DexaFit Louisville 504 Executive Park Louisville, KY 40207 [(502) 822-6603](tel:5028226603) Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=DexaFit%20Louisville%2C%20504%20Executive%20Park%2C%20Louisville%2C%20KY%2C%2040207) - ### Heartland Imaging Louisville Shelbyville Road 7807 Shelbyville Road Louisville, KY 40222 Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Heartland%20Imaging%20Louisville%20Shelbyville%20Road%2C%207807%20Shelbyville%20Road%2C%20Louisville%2C%20KY%2C%2040222) - ### Live Lean RX Louisville 1230 Liberty Bank Ln, Suite 200 Louisville, KY 40222 Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Live%20Lean%20RX%20Louisville%2C%201230%20Liberty%20Bank%20Ln%2C%20Suite%20200%2C%20Louisville%2C%20KY%2C%2040222) - ### SimonMed Louisville 4700 Chamberlain Ln. Louisville, KY 40241 [(502) 901-2010](tel:5029012010) Call to confirm current hours [Check Availability](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) [Check Availability (opens in a new tab)](https://dexascan.com/pages/locations?sca_ref=12064492.8DdjhF7qSFMQF&sca_source=dexascans_ky_louisville&stockist-query=Louisville%20KY) [Directions (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=SimonMed%20Louisville%2C%204700%20Chamberlain%20Ln.%2C%20Louisville%2C%20KY%2C%2040241) [👉 Choose a location in Louisville](sms:+17864206630?body=I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20Dexa%20scan%20in%20Louisville%2C%20KY) ```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/ky/louisville/#webpage", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com/ky/louisville", "name": "DEXA Scan in Louisville, KY | Compare 4 Clinics & Prices", "description": "Four Ways to Get a DEXA Scan in Louisville. 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