DEXA Scans in Appleton, WI

Appleton anchors Wisconsin's Fox Cities along the Fox River in Outagamie County. A DEXA scan gives the region precise body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density data, measured rather than estimated.

A full body DEXA scan measures body fat %, lean muscle, and bone density in one pass

A licensed medical professional reads every scan

Re-scan later and compare the two reports side by side

Find a DEXA Scan Location and Pricing in Appleton Today (opens in a new tab)

The scan takes about 10 minutes. Results land in your inbox the next day.

No referral required
FDA-approved medical equipment
HIPAA-compliant and private results

The Fox River gave Appleton its start as a paper-industry town, and the river still shapes the city, from the College Avenue downtown above its banks to Lawrence University's campus overlooking the water. Today the Outagamie County seat is the hub of the Fox Cities, a metro of tightly linked communities including Neenah, Menasha, Kaukauna, and Grand Chute, with a running culture that peaks each fall at the Community First Fox Cities Marathon. Health care here is anchored by ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton and Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital, and the city's published DEXA option is the Neuro Spine Center of WI at 5320 W Michaels Dr on the north side. High Cliff State Park on Lake Winnebago sits a short drive southeast for hikers and trail runners. For all of them, DEXA turns training into trackable numbers: fat mass, lean mass by region, and bone density.

County
Outagamie County
Area Code
920
Population
75,000+
Major Hospital System
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton

Serving Appleton and the Fox Cities

Clients reach the West Michaels Drive location from across Appleton and the neighboring Fox Cities communities.

Downtown Appleton & College Avenue
Grand Chute
Neenah
Menasha
Kaukauna
Little Chute
Kimberly
Combined Locks
Greenville

ZIP Codes We Serve in Appleton

  • 54913 — Neuro Spine Center of WI

Each ZIP code above has a clinic listed on this page. Not on the list? The ZIP codes above are the Appleton area's main ones, not a limit — call (786) 420-6630 and we'll point you to the nearest clinic.

DEXA Scans in Appleton and the Fox Cities

The clinic listed further down this page runs that scan for Appleton, 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.

Weighing it against an InBody reading or a smart scale? See how the three measure up . Deciding between the two scan types? See our guides to the body composition scan and the bone density test.

Who Relies on DEXA Scanning in Appleton

Fox Cities Marathon Runners

Athletes building toward the Community First Fox Cities Marathon and shorter races use DEXA to confirm that training blocks are adding lean muscle and trimming fat, not just shifting water weight.

Lake Winnebago and High Cliff Outdoors People

Hikers, paddlers, and anglers who spend their weekends around Lake Winnebago and High Cliff State Park use DEXA as an annual benchmark for muscle, fat, and bone as the seasons turn.

Adults Screening for Bone Loss

With ThedaCare and Ascension St. Elizabeth anchoring Fox Cities health care, Appleton-area adults use DEXA bone density T-scores to catch osteopenia early and track it with clinical accuracy.

Why Book Your Appleton DEXA Scan Through Dexascans.com

A Verified Appleton-Area Clinic

Neuro Spine Center of WI serves the Appleton area. Its address, phone, and hours are listed further down this page.

Results Within 24 Hours

Your report arrives within 24 hours of the scan, covering body fat percentage, regional lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density.

Transparent Pricing

Cash-pay DEXA scans typically run $99–$250 depending on the clinic and scan type — each listing's price is confirmed when you book. HSA/FSA cards are accepted at most clinics.

How Getting a DEXA Scan in Appleton Works

1

Find a Location Online

Use the location finder to pick the clinic nearest Appleton and book a time that works

2

10-Minute Scan

You lie still on the table, fully clothed. Wear something without metal. You do not need to fast

3

Get Your Report

Your body composition and bone density report arrives by email within 24 hours

Ready to Get Your DEXA Scan in Appleton?

Use the location finder to pick your clinic and book a time in minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions - Appleton DEXA Scans

Where can I get a DEXA scan in Appleton, WI?

Neuro Spine Center of WI, at 5320 W Michaels Dr in Appleton, WI, runs DEXA scans for the Appleton area. Book through Dexascans.com to schedule your appointment.

How much does a DEXA scan cost in Appleton?

Each Appleton clinic sets its own price, and cash-pay scans typically run $99–$250 depending on whether you book body composition, bone density, or both. The listings on this page carry the clinic's contact details so you can confirm the exact figure before you schedule. HSA and FSA payments are accepted at most locations.

Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Appleton?

Not for a body composition scan — you can book that at Neuro Spine Center of WI directly. A bone density scan billed to insurance usually needs a physician's order, though if you pay cash for it, no referral is required either.

Does insurance cover DEXA scans in Appleton, Wisconsin?

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 Outagamie County health system like ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton & Ascension St. Elizabeth, 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 Appleton?

Yes. A DEXA scan at Neuro Spine Center of WI delivers roughly a tenth the radiation of a chest X-ray, less than you absorb from natural background sources in a normal day. Nothing touches you and nothing is injected. You lie still for 10-15 minutes.

What does a full body DEXA scan measure in Appleton?

Total and regional body fat percentage, how lean muscle is distributed across your arms, legs, and trunk, visceral fat around the organs, and bone mineral density. All of it from one 10-minute scan at Neuro Spine Center of WI.

How long does a DEXA scan appointment take in Appleton?

Budget about 30 minutes including check-in at Neuro Spine Center of WI. The scan itself runs 10-15 minutes. Your results report arrives within 24 hours.

What is the difference between a DXA scan and a DEXA scan?

Nothing. Both stand for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. DXA is what clinicians write, DEXA is what most people say, and Neuro Spine Center of WI runs the same test under either name. Same test, same machine.

Where to Get a DEXA Scan in Appleton

Showing the clinic with verified map coordinates in the Appleton area.