DEXA Scans in Bowie, MD
Book a DEXA scan in Bowie, one of Maryland's largest cities, positioned between Washington, Baltimore, and Annapolis in Prince George's County. DEXA measures body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density in a single quick scan.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Emily Chen, MD, FACP
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 Bowie Today
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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
Bowie grew from a Levitt-built suburb of the 1960s into one of Maryland's largest cities, spread across Prince George's County at the midpoint of the Washington, Baltimore, and Annapolis triangle. For a suburb, it is unusually well supplied with published DEXA locations: Community Radiology operates both the Bowie South Imaging Center at 4000 Mitchellville Rd and the Bowie Imaging Center at 14999 Health Center Dr on the Bowie Health Campus, and Luminis Health Imaging - Anne Arundel adds a third option at 4175 North Hanson Ct. The Bowie Health Campus itself is part of University of Maryland Capital Region Health, keeping diagnostic care local. Recreation centers on Allen Pond Park with its lake loop and ice arena, the WB&A Trail that traces the old Washington, Baltimore & Annapolis rail line through town, and Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest historically Black university, just north of the city. For Bowie's commuters and families, DEXA turns general fitness intentions into specific, trackable numbers.
County
Prince George's County
Area Code
301 / 240
Population
58,000+
Major Hospital System
University of Maryland Capital Region Health (Bowie Health Campus)
ZIP Codes We Serve in Bowie
DEXA scan coverage across 1 ZIP code in and around Bowie.
- 20716 — Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center, Community Radiology- Bowie Imaging Center, Luminis Health Imaging - Anne Arundel
Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Bowie area's main ones, not a limit — call (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.
Three DEXA Options in Bowie, Maryland
The 3 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Bowie, 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.
Weighing it against an InBody reading or a smart scale? See how the three measure up .
Who Uses DEXA Scanning in Bowie
WB&A Trail Runners & Cyclists
Locals who train on the WB&A Trail and the loop at Allen Pond Park use DEXA to verify that their miles are cutting visceral fat and holding onto lean muscle, distinctions no bathroom scale can make.
Bowie State University Community
Students, athletes, and staff from Bowie State University, just north of the city, use DEXA body-composition data as a training baseline, with regional muscle and fat breakdowns for arms, legs, and trunk.
Commuters & Adults Screening Bone Health
Bowie's Washington and Baltimore commuters can book DEXA at three published locations in town, including the Bowie Health Campus at 14999 Health Center Dr, where bone densitometry serves adults screening for osteoporosis close to home.
Why Book Your Bowie DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com
A Verified Bowie-Area Clinic
Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center serves the Bowie 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
Body composition scans from $149, bone density from $199. Prices are published upfront and HSA/FSA cards are accepted.
How Getting a DEXA Scan in Bowie Works
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Find a Location Online
Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Bowie and book a time that works
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10-Minute Scan
You lie still on the table, fully clothed. Wear something without metal. You do not need to fast
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Get Your Report
Your body composition and bone density report arrives by email within 24 hours
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Emily Chen, MD, FACP
Frequently Asked Questions - Bowie DEXA Scans
Where can I get a DEXA scan in Bowie, MD?
Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center, at 4000 Mitchellville Rd in Bowie, MD, runs DEXA scans for the Bowie area. Call (888) 601-0943 or book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment.
How much does a DEXA scan cost in Bowie?
$149 for a body composition scan, $199 for a bone density test, or $249 for the package that covers both plus visceral fat. Those are the prices booked through Dexascans.com for Bowie, with no added fees. HSA and FSA payments are accepted.
Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Bowie?
Not for a body composition scan — you can book that at Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center directly. A bone density scan billed to insurance usually needs a physician's order, though if you pay cash for it, no referral is required either.
Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Bowie, Maryland?
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 Prince George's County health system like University of Maryland Capital Region Health (Bowie Health Campus), 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 Bowie?
Yes. A DEXA scan at Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center delivers roughly a tenth the radiation of a chest X-ray, less than you absorb from natural background sources in a normal day. Nothing touches you and nothing is injected. You lie still for 10-15 minutes.
What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Bowie?
Total and regional body fat percentage, how lean muscle is distributed across your arms, legs, and trunk, visceral fat around the organs, and bone mineral density. All of it from one 10-minute scan at Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center.
How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Bowie?
Budget about 30 minutes including check-in at Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center. The scan itself runs 10-15 minutes. Your results report arrives within 24 hours.
What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan?
Nothing. Both stand for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. DXA is what clinicians write, DEXA is what most people say, and Community Radiology Bowie South Imaging Center runs the same test under either name. Same test, same machine.
3 DEXA Scan Locations in Bowie
Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Bowie metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out.
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Community Radiology- Bowie Imaging Center
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Luminis Health Imaging - Anne Arundel