--- title: "DEXA Scan in Raleigh, NC | Compare 2 Clinics" description: "Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Raleigh, NC — most self-pay scans need no referral." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/raleigh" --- [Dexascans](/) / [North Carolina](/#nc) / Raleigh North Carolina · Wake County # DEXA scans in Raleigh Raleigh crossed half a million residents with a greenway system to match, the Capital Area Greenway and Neuse River Trail thread the whole city, and the City of Oaks Marathon starts at NC State's doorstep. The DEXA clinics listed on this page bring clinical body composition and bone density testing to the City of Oaks. [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 Raleigh 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 ## The City of Oaks Measures Its Progress in Lean Mass The 2 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Raleigh, 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. Two published DEXA providers are listed for Raleigh on this page, with its address and contact details. The city's medical map runs from the Blue Ridge Road corridor near UNC Health Rex and Crabtree Valley, the same corridor as the NC State Fairgrounds and Lenovo Center, to north Raleigh around Millbrook Road, Falls of Neuse, and North Hills, and out to Brier Creek in the northwest, just off I-540 near RDU and Brier Creek Commons. WakeMed, UNC Health Rex, and Duke Raleigh Hospital anchor the clinical referral network across the city. 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 Wake County Area code 919 / 984 Population 500,000+ Major hospital system WakeMed, UNC Health Rex Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Raleigh Each ZIP below is in the Raleigh service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 27612 — Raleigh Radiology - Blue Ridge - 27617 — Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Raleigh - 27612 - 27617 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Raleigh area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. Neighborhoods ## Serving the City of Oaks, Beltline to 540 From the Blue Ridge corridor to Brier Creek, inside the Beltline and out, see the listings for the closest scanner. Brier Creek Raleigh's northwest corner off I-540, near RDU and Brier Creek Commons. North Hills / Midtown North Raleigh's Midtown, near Millbrook Road and Falls of Neuse. Crabtree Valley Home to the Crabtree Valley mall, near UNC Health Rex. Village District & Cameron Park West-side neighborhoods linked by Blue Ridge Road to the Rex corridor. Five Points Compare the listings by address to find the closest scanner. Glenwood South Boylan Heights & the Warehouse District Historic Oakwood Mordecai Hayes Barton Wakefield Who books one ## Who Gets DEXA Scans in Raleigh, NC? ### Greenway Runners & City of Oaks Marathoners The Capital Area Greenway's 100-plus miles and the Neuse River Trail give Raleigh runners room to build real volume, and the November City of Oaks Marathon is where it shows. DEXA scans before and after a training block turn that work into measured lean-mass and body-fat change. ### NC State & Research Triangle Professionals From Wolfpack club athletes on Hillsborough Street to RTP scientists commuting through Brier Creek, Raleigh's data-fluent population expects measurement over guesswork. DEXA is the reference method. The scan research labs use to validate everything else. ### Adults Screening Bone Density Wake County residents referred for osteoporosis screening (by physicians at WakeMed, UNC Health Rex, or Duke Raleigh Hospital) can get the same DEXA T-score at a clinic listed on this page. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Raleigh works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Raleigh 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 Raleigh DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Raleigh-Area Clinics 2 clinics serve the Raleigh 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 Raleigh? 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 - Raleigh DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Raleigh, NC? Raleigh has two published DEXA clinics on this page, each listed with its address and phone number, so whether you live Inside the Beltline, near North Hills, or out by Brier Creek and RDU, you can pick the most convenient. Body composition scans need no referral. Text or call (786) 420-6630 and we'll book the closest. What's the cost of a DEXA scan in Raleigh? Prices are set clinic by clinic; Dexascans.com doesn't fix them. Cash-pay DEXA in the Raleigh area typically lands between $99 and $250, depending on whether you want body composition, bone density, or the full combination. HSA and FSA cards are often accepted (confirm when you book), and clinic cash pricing is typically far under Triangle-area hospital imaging bills for the same test. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Raleigh? Body composition books directly with no referral. Bone density billed to insurance generally needs a physician's order, the same kind doctors affiliated with WakeMed, UNC Health Rex, and Duke Raleigh Hospital write for osteoporosis screening. Self-pay bone density, priced by the clinic, skips the referral entirely. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Raleigh, North Carolina? Often, for bone density: Medicare and most commercial plans cover DXA screening when a physician documents medical necessity, routine for postmenopausal women and adults with fracture risk factors. Body composition scans are wellness testing, self-pay at clinic-set rates typically $99-$250, and HSA/FSA payment often works for both; confirm when you book. Is a DEXA scan safe to repeat through a marathon build? Yes. Each scan is about a tenth of a chest X-ray, well under a day of background radiation, so City of Oaks Marathon trainees can scan at the start and end of a sixteen-week build without concern. It's 10-15 painless minutes on an open table, no prep required. What does a full-body DEXA scan measure in Raleigh? Total and regional body fat percentage, lean muscle mass by arm, leg, and trunk, visceral fat, and bone mineral density, one pass of the scanner, one detailed report. For a greenway runner or an RTP scientist, it's the measured version of everything a wearable estimates. How long does a DEXA appointment take in Raleigh? About half an hour door to door; the scan itself is 10-15 minutes. How does DEXA compare to the InBody machine at my Raleigh gym? InBody-style bioimpedance readings move 5-8% with hydration and timing, noticeable after running in North Carolina humidity. DEXA measures tissue directly with low-dose X-ray at about ±1-2%, and adds visceral fat and bone density, which no impedance device reports. It's the reference method Triangle research labs validate against. Is there DEXA testing near North Hills or Brier Creek? Check the listings on this page: each shows its address, so North Hills residents near Millbrook Road and Falls of Neuse, RDU commuters, and northwest Raleigh around Brier Creek can find the closest scanner. Text (786) 420-6630 to schedule. Why do Raleigh runners and Research Triangle professionals rely on DEXA? The City of Oaks earns its running reputation, the Capital Area Greenway and Neuse River Trail host year-round training, and the November City of Oaks Marathon is the local proving ground. Pair that with a Research Triangle workforce that treats data as a first language, and DEXA is the natural fit: regional lean mass, body fat, and bone density measured to research standards. Find a clinic ## 2 DEXA scan locations in Raleigh Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Raleigh 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 Raleigh area. 2 clinics - 1 ### [Cardinal Points Imaging of the Carolinas - Raleigh](/c/cardinal-points-imaging-of-the-carolinas-2) 8851 Ellstree Lane, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27617 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-2) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cardinal%20Points%20Imaging%20of%20the%20Carolinas%20-%20Raleigh%2C%208851%20Ellstree%20Lane%2C%20Suite%20100%2C%20Raleigh%2C%20NC%2C%2027617) - 2 ### [Raleigh Radiology - Blue Ridge](/c/raleigh-radiology-blue-ridge) 3200 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27612 Call price not published [(919) 781-1437](tel:+19197811437) Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (919) 781-1437](tel:+19197811437) [View details](/c/raleigh-radiology-blue-ridge) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Raleigh%20Radiology%20-%20Blue%20Ridge%2C%203200%20Blue%20Ridge%20Road%2C%20Suite%20100%2C%20Raleigh%2C%20NC%2C%2027612) No clinics match these filters Every Raleigh-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. ## DEXA Scans in Nearby Cities - [DEXA Scan in Durham, NC](/nc/durham) - [DEXA Scan in Cary, NC](/nc/cary) - [DEXA Scan in Chapel Hill, NC](/nc/chapel-hill) [👉 Choose a location in Raleigh](#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/raleigh/#webpage", "url": "https://www.dexascans.com/nc/raleigh", "name": "DEXA Scan in Raleigh, NC | Compare 2 Clinics", "description": "The City of Oaks Measures Its Progress in Lean Mass. 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