Cost & Pricing
How much does a DEXA scan cost without insurance?
At Crown Valley Imaging, a self-pay DEXA bone density scan starts at $242.00 — one published price, set before you book, at our Mission Viejo office.
Self-pay price
$242.00
starting, self-pay, bone density
Want an exact number? Request a free Good Faith Estimate.
What's included
- The DEXA scan itself, typically hip and lumbar spine
- A board-certified radiologist's interpretation, including your T-score
- Your report sent to your ordering physician
- A copy of your results on request, at no extra charge
What affects the final price
- • Bone density screening versus a body composition (body fat) study
- • Whether additional sites are imaged beyond hip and spine
- • Recent barium or contrast studies, which can require rescheduling
Common questions about DEXA scan cost
- Do I need a doctor's order for a DEXA scan?
- A diagnostic bone density scan requires a physician order. Our DEXA Body Fat body composition study can be booked self-pay without one through our online store.
- What is the difference between bone density and body composition?
- A bone density DEXA measures bone mineral density to assess osteoporosis risk and returns a T-score. A body composition DEXA measures fat, lean mass, and their distribution. Both use the same scanner.
- How often should a bone density scan be repeated?
- That's your physician's call. Screening intervals are commonly every two years, and may be shorter if you're on treatment or have risk factors. We send results to whoever ordered the study.
- Can I get an exact price before I come in?
- Yes. Request a free Good Faith Estimate for a written quote — email billing@cvimaging.net or call (949) 215-3304.