--- title: "DEXA Scan in Knoxville, TN | Compare 3 Clinics & Prices" description: "Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Knoxville, TN from $149 — most self-pay scans need no referral." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/tn/knoxville" --- [Dexascans](/) / [Tennessee](/#tn) / Knoxville Tennessee · Knox County # DEXA scans in Knoxville Knoxville trains between two anchors, the University of Tennessee's campus on the river and the Urban Wilderness's 50-plus miles of South Knoxville trail. DEXA scanning gives Vols country the clinical numbers behind the effort: body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density in one scan. [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 3 published cash price $149 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 3 Knoxville clinics from $149. →](/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 ## Knoxville, From Neyland Stadium to the Urban Wilderness The 3 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Knoxville, 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. Knoxville is a river city with two distinct sides. Downtown, the Old City and UT's campus sit north of the Tennessee River around the Knoxville Station transit center and the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, while South Knoxville's Chapman Highway corridor runs past the Urban Wilderness trailheads toward Seymour. Each DEXA listing on this page shows its address and contact details, so you can find the closest scan on either side. For hospital care, The University of Tennessee Medical Center and Covenant Health's Fort Sanders Regional anchor 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 Knox County Area code 865 Population 195,000+ Major hospital system The University of Tennessee Medical Center Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Knoxville Each ZIP below is in the Knoxville service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 37915 — University Diagnostics - 37919 — Abercrombie Radiology - 37920 — Summit Medical Group South Knoxville - 37915 - 37919 - 37920 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Knoxville area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. Neighborhoods ## Knoxville, North and South of the Tennessee River Knoxville spans both banks of the Tennessee River. Each listing below shows its address. Downtown & Old City Knoxville's downtown core and the Old City, around the Knoxville Station transit center. Fourth & Gill A neighborhood linked to downtown by Broadway. South Knoxville Across the river, home to the Urban Wilderness. Island Home Park A neighborhood near the Urban Wilderness gateway in South Knoxville. Sequoyah Hills A west Knoxville neighborhood linked to downtown by Kingston Pike. Bearden West Hills Fountain City Old North Knoxville & Happy Holler Mechanicsville Holston Hills Who books one ## Who Books DEXA Testing in Knoxville, TN? ### Urban Wilderness Trail Athletes Baker Creek Preserve's downhill runs and the Urban Wilderness's trail network have turned South Knoxville into a mountain-bike and trail-running destination. DEXA gives those athletes regional lean-mass and bone density data. The numbers that matter when your sport punishes your skeleton. ### UT Students, Staff & Vols-Country Athletes University of Tennessee students and staff use DEXA for true body composition baselines, and the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon each spring gives the whole city a training deadline worth measuring against. ### Adults Monitoring Bone Density Knox County residents referred for osteoporosis screening, often by physicians affiliated with UT Medical Center or Covenant Health, use DEXA T-scores to stage bone loss and track treatment; the listings on this page show where to book a scan. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Knoxville works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Knoxville 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 Knoxville DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Knoxville-Area Clinics 3 clinics serve the Knoxville 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 Knoxville clinics below run $149. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. [Compare DEXA prices](/dexa-scan-cost) ## Ready to get your DEXA scan in Knoxville? 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 - Knoxville DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Knoxville, TN? Check the three clinics listed on this page; each listing shows its address and contact details, on both sides of the river. Text or call (786) 420-6630 and we'll set up whichever suits you. How much is a DEXA scan in Knoxville? Pricing is set by each clinic, not by Dexascans.com, and the listings on this page show prices where clinics publish them. Cost depends on whether you want body composition, bone density, or both. HSA and FSA cards are often accepted for DEXA; confirm when you book. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Knoxville? Body composition generally books directly with no referral. A bone density DEXA billed to insurance usually needs a physician's order, the same one doctors affiliated with UT Medical Center or Covenant Health write for osteoporosis screening. If you'd rather self-pay for bone density, ask each clinic whether it needs an order. Will insurance pay for a DEXA scan in Knoxville, Tennessee? Often, for bone density: coverage typically applies when a physician documents medical necessity, such as postmenopausal screening or medication monitoring. Body composition scans for fitness are self-pay, priced by each clinic; the listings on this page show prices where clinics publish them. HSA/FSA payment is often accepted for both, which many Knox County families use to cover the cost. Is a DEXA scan safe? Yes. The dose is roughly one-tenth of a chest X-ray, below a normal day of background radiation. You lie on an open table for 10-15 painless minutes. It's the same low-dose technology used in bone density clinics nationwide, gentle enough to repeat every few months. What does a full-body DEXA scan measure in Knoxville? Total and regional body fat percentage, lean muscle mass in each limb and the trunk, visceral fat, and bone mineral density, one pass, one report. For an Urban Wilderness trail runner or a Neyland Stadium regular chasing a healthier tailgate season, it's every meaningful number at once. How long does a DEXA appointment take in Knoxville? About half an hour door to door; the scan itself runs 10-15 minutes. How does DEXA compare to the InBody scan at a Knoxville gym? Bioimpedance machines like InBody estimate composition from an electrical signal, so readings drift 5-8% with hydration, real noise after a humid East Tennessee run. DEXA measures tissue directly by low-dose X-ray at about ±1-2%, and it's the only option of the two that reads bone density and visceral fat. Is there DEXA testing near the University of Tennessee campus? Check the listings on this page; each shows its address, so you can see what's closest to campus and downtown. Students, staff, and Vols fans can book by texting (786) 420-6630. Why do South Knoxville trail athletes use DEXA scans? The Urban Wilderness has made South Knoxville a genuine trail destination. Baker Creek Preserve's downhill runs, Ijams Nature Center's loops, and 50-plus miles of connected singletrack. Riders and runners who take that terrain seriously use DEXA to track regional lean mass and the bone density their sport tests every weekend. Find a clinic ## 3 DEXA scan locations in Knoxville Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Knoxville 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 Knoxville area. 3 clinics - 1 ### [Abercrombie Radiology](/c/abercrombie-radiology) 4820 Old Kingston Pike Southwest Knoxville, TN 37919 From $149 [(865) 584-3444](tel:+18655843444) Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (865) 584-3444](tel:+18655843444) [View details](/c/abercrombie-radiology) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Abercrombie%20Radiology%2C%204820%20Old%20Kingston%20Pike%20Southwest%2C%20Knoxville%2C%20TN%2C%2037919) - 2 ### [Summit Medical Group South Knoxville](/c/summit-medical-group-south-knoxville) 7323 Chapman Hwy Knoxville, TN 37920 Call price not published [(865) 579-0599](tel:+18655790599) Call to confirm current hours [Call (865) 579-0599](tel:+18655790599) [View details](/c/summit-medical-group-south-knoxville) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Summit%20Medical%20Group%20South%20Knoxville%2C%207323%20Chapman%20Hwy%2C%20Knoxville%2C%20TN%2C%2037920) - 3 ### [University Diagnostics](/c/university-diagnostics) 601 S. Hall of Fame Dr. Knoxville, TN 37915 Call price not published [865-525-7100](tel:+18655257100) Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM · Sat: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Sun: Closed [Call 865-525-7100](tel:+18655257100) [View details](/c/university-diagnostics) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=University%20Diagnostics%2C%20601%20S.%20Hall%20of%20Fame%20Dr.%2C%20Knoxville%2C%20TN%2C%2037915) No clinics match these filters Every Knoxville-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. ## DEXA Scan Cost in Knoxville Cash-pay prices at Knoxville clinics, taken from each clinic's published listing or confirmed with them by phone. 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