--- title: "DEXA Scan in Cary, NC | Compare 2 Clinics" description: "DEXA body scans in Cary, NC. Medical-grade body fat analysis, visceral fat scan & bone density testing. Compare local clinics. Book today!" image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary" --- [Dexascans](/) / [North Carolina](/#nc) / Cary North Carolina # DEXA scans in Cary Medical-grade DEXA body composition scans and bone density testing across the Cary area. DEXA is the method sports-medicine clinics and osteoporosis screening programs use to measure body fat and bone mineral density. [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 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 Cary clinics. →](/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 ## What a DEXA Scan Tells You in Cary The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Cary, 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). Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Cary Each ZIP below is in the Cary service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 27518 — Raleigh Radiology - Cary - 27519 — Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary - 27518 - 27519 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Cary area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Cary works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Cary 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 Cary DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Cary-Area Clinics 2 clinics serve the Cary 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 Where clinics publish a cash price, the middle half of prices runs $120–$199. The clinic confirms the price when you book. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. [Compare DEXA prices](/dexa-scan-cost) ## Ready to get your DEXA scan in Cary? 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 - Cary DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Cary, NC? Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary, at 150 Wellesley Trade Lane, suite 103 in Cary, NC, runs DEXA scans for the Cary area. Call (919) 877-5400 to schedule your appointment. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Cary? There is no single Cary price: clinics publish their own rates, and cash-pay DEXA scans generally land between $99 and $250 by scan type. That still usually undercuts the $300-plus hospital imaging departments bill for comparable scans. Ask the clinic for its current rate when scheduling — HSA/FSA funds work at most. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Cary? Mostly when you want insurance to pay: an insurance-billed bone density exam needs your physician to order it first. Self-pay scans usually need no referral in Cary, but ask when you book, since some hospital departments require one. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Cary, North Carolina? Often, yes, but only for bone density. If a physician in the Cary area orders the scan as medically necessary, insurance usually covers it. Body composition scans booked for fitness reasons are self-pay in Cary, typically $99–$250 depending on the clinic. HSA and FSA cards work for both. Is a DEXA scan safe in Cary? Yes. Nothing is injected and nothing encloses you: at Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary you lie on an open table for 10-15 minutes while the scanner arm passes overhead. The X-ray dose is roughly a tenth of a chest X-ray. What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Cary? Where a Cary clinic offers body composition as well as bone density, one scan produces your body fat percentage, a limb-by-limb lean mass breakdown, a visceral fat reading, and bone mineral density. That combination is why a DEXA report replaces a stack of separate measurements. How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Cary? Plan on 30 minutes in Cary — check-in, then 10-15 minutes on the table at Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary. Results usually follow within a day or two. What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan? No difference at all. "DXA" is the abbreviation radiology departments in the Cary area use; "DEXA" is the one patients search for. Both name dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and both describe what you would book in Cary. Find a clinic ## 2 DEXA scan locations in Cary Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Cary metro. Hours and pricing change, so call ahead before you drive out. Distance Sort ## Filters Distance Sort Showing the 2 clinics with verified map coordinates in the Cary area. 2 clinics - 1 ### [Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary](/c/cardinal-points-imaging-of-the-carolinas) 150 Wellesley Trade Lane, suite 103 Cary, NC 27519 Call price not published [(919) 877-5400](tel:+19198775400) Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (919) 877-5400](tel:+19198775400) [View details](/c/cardinal-points-imaging-of-the-carolinas) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cardinal%20Points%20Imaging%20of%20the%20Carolinas%20-%20Cary%2C%20150%20Wellesley%20Trade%20Lane%2C%20suite%20103%2C%20Cary%2C%20NC%2C%2027519) - 2 ### [Raleigh Radiology - Cary](/c/raleigh-radiology-cary) 150 Parkway Office Court, Suite 100 Cary, NC 27518 Call price not published [(919) 781-1437](tel:+19197811437) Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (919) 781-1437](tel:+19197811437) [View details](/c/raleigh-radiology-cary) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Raleigh%20Radiology%20-%20Cary%2C%20150%20Parkway%20Office%20Court%2C%20Suite%20100%2C%20Cary%2C%20NC%2C%2027518) No clinics match these filters Every Cary-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. [👉 Choose a location in Cary](#locations) ```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/icons/apple-touch-icon.png" }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MedicalWebPage", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#webpage", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary", "name": "DEXA Scan in Cary, NC | Compare 2 Clinics", "description": "DEXA body scans in Cary, NC. Medical-grade body fat analysis, visceral fat scan & bone density testing. Compare local clinics. Book today!", "breadcrumb": { "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#breadcrumb" }, "publisher": { "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/#organization" }, "mainEntity": { "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#cliniclist" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "ItemList", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#cliniclist", "name": "DEXA Scan Locations in Cary, NC", "numberOfItems": 2, "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "item": { "@type": "MedicalClinic", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#clinic-cardinal-points-imaging-of-the-carolinas", "name": "Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "150 Wellesley Trade Lane, suite 103", "addressLocality": "Cary", "addressRegion": "NC", "postalCode": "27519", "addressCountry": "US" }, "telephone": "+19198775400", "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 35.7880647, "longitude": -78.8716127 }, "openingHoursSpecification": [ { "@type": "OpeningHoursSpecification", "dayOfWeek": [ "Monday", "Tuesday", "Wednesday", "Thursday", "Friday" ], "opens": "08:00", "closes": "17:00" } ] } }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "item": { "@type": "MedicalClinic", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#clinic-raleigh-radiology-cary", "name": "Raleigh Radiology - Cary", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "150 Parkway Office Court, Suite 100", "addressLocality": "Cary", "addressRegion": "NC", "postalCode": "27518", "addressCountry": "US" }, "telephone": "+19197811437", "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 35.7449747, "longitude": -78.7670954 }, "openingHoursSpecification": [ { "@type": "OpeningHoursSpecification", "dayOfWeek": [ "Monday", "Tuesday", "Wednesday", "Thursday", "Friday" ], "opens": "07:00", "closes": "17:00" } ] } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I get a DEXA scan in Cary, NC?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary, at 150 Wellesley Trade Lane, suite 103 in Cary, NC, runs DEXA scans for the Cary area. Call (919) 877-5400 to schedule your appointment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does a DEXA scan cost in Cary?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "There is no single Cary price: clinics publish their own rates, and cash-pay DEXA scans generally land between $99 and $250 by scan type. That still usually undercuts the $300-plus hospital imaging departments bill for comparable scans. Ask the clinic for its current rate when scheduling — HSA/FSA funds work at most." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Cary?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Mostly when you want insurance to pay: an insurance-billed bone density exam needs your physician to order it first. Self-pay scans usually need no referral in Cary, but ask when you book, since some hospital departments require one." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Cary, North Carolina?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Often, yes, but only for bone density. If a physician in the Cary area orders the scan as medically necessary, insurance usually covers it. Body composition scans booked for fitness reasons are self-pay in Cary, typically $99–$250 depending on the clinic. HSA and FSA cards work for both." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is a DEXA scan safe in Cary?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Nothing is injected and nothing encloses you: at Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary you lie on an open table for 10-15 minutes while the scanner arm passes overhead. The X-ray dose is roughly a tenth of a chest X-ray." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Cary?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Where a Cary clinic offers body composition as well as bone density, one scan produces your body fat percentage, a limb-by-limb lean mass breakdown, a visceral fat reading, and bone mineral density. That combination is why a DEXA report replaces a stack of separate measurements." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Cary?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Plan on 30 minutes in Cary — check-in, then 10-15 minutes on the table at Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Cary. Results usually follow within a day or two." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No difference at all. \"DXA\" is the abbreviation radiology departments in the Cary area use; \"DEXA\" is the one patients search for. Both name dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and both describe what you would book in Cary." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary/#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Dexascans", "item": "https://www.dexascans.com" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "North Carolina", "item": "https://www.dexascans.com/#nc" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Cary", "item": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/cary" } ] } ] ```