--- title: "DEXA Scan in Nashville, TN | Compare 3 Clinics & Prices" description: "Medical-grade DEXA body composition & bone density scans in Nashville, TN from $99 — most self-pay scans need no referral." image: "https://www.dexascans.com/og-clinic.jpg" url: "https://www.dexascans.com/tn/nashville" --- [Dexascans](/) / [Tennessee](/#tn) / Nashville Tennessee · Davidson County # DEXA scans in Nashville Nashville is the headquarters city of American healthcare, and its fitness scene runs from the Percy Warner steps to the Shelby Bottoms boardwalks along the Cumberland. DEXA scanning gives Davidson County residents clinical body fat, lean muscle, and bone density numbers instead of estimates. [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 $99–159 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 Nashville clinics from $99. →](/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 ## Where Music City Measures Body Composition The 3 clinics listed further down this page run that scan for Nashville, 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. Nashville's day job is healthcare: HCA Healthcare is headquartered here, Vanderbilt University Medical Center anchors the research end, and hundreds of health companies fill the office towers in between. Its off-hours identity is just as active, with the stone steps at Percy Warner Park, the Shelby Bottoms Greenway along the Cumberland River in East Nashville, and the Richland Creek Greenway on the west side all busy year-round, plus the Rock 'n' Roll Running Series taking over downtown each spring. Each DEXA listing on this page shows its address and contact details, so you can see which side of town it's on before you book. In a metro this fluent in healthcare, DEXA is simply the credible way to measure body composition. 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 Davidson County Area code 615 / 629 Population 680,000+ Major hospital system Vanderbilt University Medical Center Coverage ## ZIP codes we serve in Nashville Each ZIP below is in the Nashville service area — tap one to search it in the clinic finder. - 37203 — Premier Radiology - Nashville - 37204 — Live Lean Rx - Nashville - 37218 — Transformat10n - 37203 - 37204 - 37218 Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Nashville area's main ones, not a limit — call Dexascans at (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic. Neighborhoods ## Nashville, Neighborhood by Neighborhood From the urban core to the neighborhoods along the greenways, each listing below shows its address so you can find the closest scanner in Davidson County. East Nashville 12South The Gulch Germantown Sylvan Park Green Hills Belle Meade Berry Hill Wedgewood-Houston Hillsboro Village Donelson Bellevue Madison Inglewood Antioch Downtown Nashville Who books one ## Who Relies on DEXA Scanning in Nashville? ### Healthcare Industry Professionals Between HCA's headquarters, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and the city's hundreds of health companies, Nashville's workforce knows exactly what clinical-grade data looks like. DEXA gives those professionals the same standard for their own body fat, lean mass, and visceral fat. ### Greenway Runners & Steps Regulars From repeats on the Percy Warner steps to long runs on Shelby Bottoms and Richland Creek, Nashville's runners train hard for the spring Rock 'n' Roll race and beyond. DEXA shows whether that mileage is preserving lean muscle or quietly costing it. ### Adults Screening for Bone Loss Davidson County adults use DEXA bone density testing to establish T-score baselines and track change over time, coordinating results with physicians at Vanderbilt or Ascension Saint Thomas, and self-pay body composition scans require no referral at all. How it works ## How getting a DEXA scan in Nashville works 1. 01 ### Pick a clinic Pick the clinic nearest you from the Nashville 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 Nashville DEXA scan on Dexascans.com ### Nashville-Area Clinics 3 clinics serve the Nashville 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 Nashville clinics below run $99–$159. Many clinics accept HSA/FSA cards; ask when you book. [Compare DEXA prices](/dexa-scan-cost) ## Ready to get your DEXA scan in Nashville? 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 - Nashville DEXA Scans Where can I get a DEXA scan in Nashville, TN? Start with the three DEXA clinics listed on this page. Davidson County spreads from 12 South and The Gulch through Berry Hill to the west side around Sylvan Park, Belle Meade and the Richland Creek Greenway, so it's worth checking which side of town a scanner sits on before you commit to a drive. Each listing below shows the clinic's address and phone so you can book with the clinic directly. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Nashville? Each Nashville clinic sets its own rates — Dexascans.com lists and compares them rather than pricing the scan itself. Cash-pay body composition DEXA typically falls between $99 and $250 depending on the clinic and scan type, so confirm the number when you book. Hospital imaging departments often bill more for comparable studies; ask the clinic about HSA/FSA cards and what's included. How do I choose a DEXA scan in Nashville? Nashville's wellness scene — boutique studios in The Gulch and 12 South, cycling in Green Hills, running clubs along Shelby Bottoms — has made body-composition data mainstream here. DEXA is medical-grade imaging accurate to within 1-2% for body fat, lean muscle, and bone density. Choosing mostly means the side of town that fits your routine, whether you're building toward the Rock 'n' Roll Running Series or working with a Nashville strength coach; each listing on this page shows its address and contact details. Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Nashville? Not usually for a cash-pay body composition scan — you can book with a clinic on your own, no physician involved. A doctor's order generally comes into play when you want a bone density exam billed to insurance, the route that runs through systems like Vanderbilt University Medical Center or Ascension Saint Thomas. Trainers and wellness coaches around The Gulch, Belle Meade, and Brentwood routinely send self-booked clients. Is a DEXA scan safe? (Nashville DEXA scanning) Yes. DEXA uses extremely low-dose X-rays — a small fraction of a standard chest X-ray — which is why sports-medicine practices treat it as a routine repeat screen. The test is painless, non-invasive, and over in 10-15 minutes. How long does a DEXA scan take in Nashville? Plan on the scan itself taking 10-15 minutes, plus whatever check-in time the clinic needs — call ahead if your schedule is tight. Hours vary by clinic; the listings on this page show verified details, and it's worth confirming by phone before driving out from the Gulch, Midtown, or Cool Springs. Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Nashville, Tennessee? Insurance can cover a DEXA bone density test when it's medically necessary and physician-ordered — BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna, and Humana plans often include screening benefits, and Medicare covers screening DXA for qualifying patients. Body composition scans are generally cash-pay; each clinic handles its own billing, so ask about HSA/FSA acceptance and coverage when you book. What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Nashville? Total and regional body fat percentage, lean muscle distribution by limb, visceral fat, and bone mineral density — one pass, all in writing. Whether you're running the Rock 'n' Roll series downtown, cycling the Natchez Trace Parkway, or tracking health numbers from Brentwood or Franklin, the report gives you a clinical baseline you can re-test against. How is DEXA different from the body composition tests at Nashville gyms? Plenty of Nashville gyms run InBody or Bod Pod assessments, and they're fine for rough tracking. But bioelectrical impedance drifts +/-5-8% with hydration — a real factor when you train through a Tennessee summer — while DEXA measures tissue directly by X-ray at +/-1-2%. It's also the only one of the three that reports bone density. Can I get same-day DEXA scan results in Nashville? Turnaround depends on the individual clinic's workflow, so ask about timing when you book. A full report covers body fat percentage, lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density T-scores in one document. If a race or a physician visit is coming up, mention it when you book so the clinic can tell you what to expect. Find a clinic ## 3 DEXA scan locations in Nashville Imaging and body-composition facilities across the Nashville 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 Nashville area. 3 clinics - 1 ### [Live Lean Rx - Nashville](/c/live-lean-rx-nashville) 4633 Trousdale Drive #210 Nashville, TN 37204 From $99 [(615) 392-0858](tel:+16153920858) Call to confirm current hours [Call (615) 392-0858](tel:+16153920858) [View details](/c/live-lean-rx-nashville) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Live%20Lean%20Rx%20-%20Nashville%2C%204633%20Trousdale%20Drive%20%23210%2C%20Nashville%2C%20TN%2C%2037204) - 2 ### [Transformat10n](/c/transformat10n) 3228 Clarksville Pike Nashville, TN 37218 From $159 [(615) 437-4954](tel:+16154374954) Call to confirm current hours [Call (615) 437-4954](tel:+16154374954) [View details](/c/transformat10n) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Transformat10n%2C%203228%20Clarksville%20Pike%2C%20Nashville%2C%20TN%2C%2037218) - 3 ### [Premier Radiology - Nashville](/c/premier-radiology-7) 300 20th Avenue North, Suite 202 Nashville, TN 37203 Call price not published [(615) 986-6047](tel:+16159866047) Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat: Closed · Sun: Closed [Call (615) 986-6047](tel:+16159866047) [View details](/c/premier-radiology-7) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Premier%20Radiology%20-%20Nashville%2C%20300%2020th%20Avenue%20North%2C%20Suite%20202%2C%20Nashville%2C%20TN%2C%2037203) No clinics match these filters Every Nashville-area clinic we list is still on this page — the filters above are hiding them. ## DEXA Scan Cost in Nashville Cash-pay prices at Nashville clinics, taken from each clinic's published listing or confirmed with them by phone. 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