--- title: "DEXA Scan in Poplar Bluff, MO | Compare 2 Clinics & Prices" description: "Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Poplar Bluff, MO from $199 — most self-pay scans need no referral." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/mo/poplar-bluff" --- [Dexascans](/) / [Missouri](/#mo) / Poplar Bluff Missouri · Butler County # DEXA scans in Poplar Bluff Poplar Bluff sits where the Ozark foothills meet the flat farmland of southeast Missouri, with the Black River running through town. DEXA scanning measures body fat, lean muscle, and bone density with clinical precision; check the listings below before planning a trip to St. Louis. [See clinics](#locations) [Call (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) Or call [(786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) and we'll find the nearest clinic. - Most cash-pay scans need no referral - FDA-cleared DEXA technology clinics listed 2 published cash price $199 scan · report in a day or two ~10 min A full body DEXA scan measures body fat %, lean muscle and bone density in one pass. [Body fat calculator Know your body fat before you book A tape measure gets you within about 3.5 points. Then compare 2 Poplar Bluff clinics from $199. →](/body-fat-calculator) [On Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro? How much of your weight loss is muscle? In the trials, 25–39% of the weight lost was lean mass. See your number. →](/glp-1-muscle-loss) Local context ## DEXA Testing in Poplar Bluff, Gateway to the Ozarks The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Poplar Bluff, 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. Known as the Gateway to the Ozarks, Poplar Bluff is the Butler County seat and the commercial hub of Missouri's southeast corner, positioned right on the line where Ozark hill country drops to the Mississippi lowlands. The Black River flows through the city, Mark Twain National Forest lies to the northwest, and the region's outdoor life leans toward floating, fishing, and hunting as much as gym training. Health care is a bigger part of the local economy than most outsiders expect, with Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center and the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center both based in town. Each DEXA listing on this page shows its address and contact details, so you can see where to book body composition or bone density testing without guessing. Local access means a farmer, nurse, or veteran here can get the same quality of measurement as a patient in a major metro. 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). County Butler County Area code 573 Population 16,000+ Major hospital system Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Poplar Bluff Each ZIP below is in the Poplar Bluff service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 63901 — Ozark Total Healthcare, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center - 63901 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Poplar Bluff area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. Who books one ## Who Benefits from a DEXA Scan in Poplar Bluff ### Veterans Served by the Pershing VA Poplar Bluff's veteran community, centered on the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center, uses DEXA to track body composition and bone density with hard numbers, useful both for staying fit after service and for documenting health changes over time. ### Outdoor Workers & Black River Regulars People who make their living or spend their weekends outdoors, from farm and timber work to float trips on the Black River, use a DEXA baseline to keep muscle mass and bone strength from sliding quietly with age. ### Adults Screening for Osteoporosis Locally Rather than driving hours for testing, Butler County adults can check the listings on this page for bone densitometry and share T-score results with physicians at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Poplar Bluff works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Poplar Bluff listings on this page, then get in touch to book 2. 02 ### 10-minute scan You lie still on the table, fully clothed. Wear something without metal. You do not need to fast 3. 03 ### 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 Poplar Bluff DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Poplar Bluff-Area Clinics 2 clinics serve the Poplar Bluff area. Each one is 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 Poplar Bluff clinics below run $199. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. [Compare DEXA prices](/dexa-scan-cost) ## Ready to get your DEXA scan in Poplar Bluff? Compare the clinics listed on this page; each one shows how to get in touch. [See clinics](#locations) [Call Dexascans: (786) 420-6630](tel:7864206630) ## Frequently Asked Questions - Poplar Bluff DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Poplar Bluff, MO? Ozark Total Healthcare, at 2725 North Westwood Boulevard, Suite 16 in Poplar Bluff, MO, runs DEXA scans for the Poplar Bluff area. Call (573) 686-5510 to schedule your appointment. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Poplar Bluff? Expect a cash-pay range of roughly $99–$250 in Poplar Bluff — 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 Poplar Bluff? At most clinics a self-pay body composition scan is open booking: no doctor, no paperwork. The referral question mainly comes up for a bone density study you want billed to insurance; hospital imaging departments in Poplar Bluff may ask for an order either way. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Poplar Bluff, Missouri? 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 health system in Butler County like Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center & John J. Pershing VA Medical Center, 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 Poplar Bluff? Yes, and safe enough to repeat, which is why Poplar Bluff 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 Poplar Bluff? 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 on the table, one report; ask which scans are offered in Poplar Bluff when you book. How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Poplar Bluff? Around half an hour door to door at Ozark Total Healthcare, of which 10-15 minutes is table time. Most clinics email the full report within a day or two. 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 Poplar Bluff listings above. One test, one machine. Find a clinic ## 2 DEXA scan locations in Poplar Bluff Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Poplar Bluff metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. Distance Price Sort ## Filters Distance Price Sort Showing the 2 clinics with verified map coordinates in the Poplar Bluff area. 2 clinics - 1 ### [Ozark Total Healthcare](/c/ozark-total-healthcare) 2725 North Westwood Boulevard, Suite 16 Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 From $199 [(573) 686-5510](tel:+15736865510) Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (573) 686-5510](tel:+15736865510) [View details](/c/ozark-total-healthcare) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Ozark%20Total%20Healthcare%2C%202725%20North%20Westwood%20Boulevard%2C%20Suite%2016%2C%20Poplar%20Bluff%2C%20MO%2C%2063901) - 2 ### [Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center](/c/poplar-bluff-regional-medical-center) 3100 Oak Grove Road Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 Call price not published [(573) 776-2000](tel:+15737762000) Call to confirm current hours [Call (573) 776-2000](tel:+15737762000) [View details](/c/poplar-bluff-regional-medical-center) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Poplar%20Bluff%20Regional%20Medical%20Center%2C%203100%20Oak%20Grove%20Road%2C%20Poplar%20Bluff%2C%20MO%2C%2063901) No clinics match these filters Every Poplar Bluff-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. ## DEXA Scan Cost in Poplar Bluff Cash-pay prices at Poplar Bluff clinics, taken from each clinic's published listing or confirmed with them by phone. 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