(718) 319-1610CallDEXA Bone Density Scan in the Bronx
- Painless, 10–15 minute scan
- Most major insurance accepted
- Walk-ins welcome · open 7 days a week
What brings you in for a DEXA scan?
Serving the Bronx since 2019 · Open 7 days a week
1480 East Ave, Bronx, NY 10462 · Open 7 Days: Mon–Thu 8–8, Fri 8:30–5, Sat–Sun 8–8 · Walk-Ins Welcome · (718) 319-1610
About dexa bone density scans at Starling Health
Need a bone density test in the Bronx? Starling Health offers DEXA scans at 1480 East Ave. We are open 7 days a week and walk-ins are welcome — or call (718) 319-1610 to book a time that works for you.
Bone loss is silent. Most people feel fine until a bone breaks. A quick, painless scan can catch weakening bones early — while there is still time to protect them.
What Is a DEXA Scan?
DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) is the standard test for measuring bone mineral density — how strong and solid your bones are. It uses a very small amount of radiation to detect osteoporosis and osteopenia, which is early bone loss, and to estimate your fracture risk before a break ever happens.
Who Should Get a Bone Density Test?
A bone density scan is recommended for:
- Women 65 and older
- Men 70 and older
- Postmenopausal women with risk factors
- Anyone who broke a bone after age 50 from a minor fall
- People on long-term steroid medication
Not sure if you are due? Call (718) 319-1610 or send us a message.
What the Scan Feels Like
You lie on an open, padded table while the scanner arm passes above you — nothing encloses you. The test is painless and non-invasive, and takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
How to Prepare
Prep is simple:
- Skip calcium supplements for 24 hours before your scan.
- Wear loose clothing with no metal — zippers, belts, or underwire.
- Eat and drink normally. No fasting is needed.
- Tell us about any recent barium or contrast studies, or if you could be pregnant.
Have questions? See our guide to preparing for your scan.
When You Will Get Results
A radiologist reads your scan and reports your bone density as T-scores — simple numbers that compare your bones to a healthy standard. Your doctor typically receives the report within 24 to 48 hours and will go over what your score means.
Insurance and Self-Pay Options
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid — see our insurance page for details. No insurance? Self-pay pricing is available; call (718) 319-1610 for a quote. If cost is a worry, our sliding-fee financial assistance program can help those who qualify.
Why Choose Starling Health
We have served the Bronx since 2019 as a multi-specialty clinic and diagnostic imaging center, so your scan, your report, and your follow-up care can all happen under one roof. Find us at 1480 East Ave, Bronx, NY 10462 — open Monday through Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8:30am to 5pm, and weekends 8am to 8pm. Explore our imaging services, or call (718) 319-1610 to schedule your DEXA scan today.
Insurance & self-pay
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. No insurance? Self-pay pricing is available — call (718) 319-1610 for a quote — and our financial assistance program can help those who qualify.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a DEXA scan take?
The scan itself takes about 10 to 15 minutes. There are no needles and no recovery time, so plan on a short visit.
Does a DEXA scan hurt?
No. The test is painless and non-invasive. You simply lie still on an open, padded table while the scanner passes above you — nothing encloses you or presses on you.
Do I need a referral for a bone density test?
Bring your doctor's referral or prescription if you have one. If you are not sure what your plan requires, call us at (718) 319-1610 and we will help you sort it out.
How much does a DEXA scan cost without insurance?
Self-pay pricing is available — call (718) 319-1610 for a quote. If cost is a concern, ask about our sliding-fee financial assistance program, which can help those who qualify.