Bone Density Scan (DEXA) cost in Richmond, VA
Bone Density Scan (DEXA) costs $358 to $2,456 cash across 12 hospitals within 25 miles of Richmond.
Price range near Richmond
Hospital prices near Richmond
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
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Before you schedule
You're looking at bone density scans in Richmond, and here's what matters most: the cash price for this procedure varies wildly depending where you go—from around $359 at the lowest to nearly $2,500 at the highest. That's a nearly sevenfold difference for the same test. Since a DEXA scan is straightforward imaging that doesn't require admission or major variation in how it's performed, this gap almost certainly reflects different facility markups and negotiating power, not quality differences. Choosing the right place could save you over $2,000 out of pocket.
Before you schedule anywhere, call the billing department at whichever hospital your doctor recommends and ask for the cash price for a bone density scan—don't rely on what you see online, because your specific procedure code may not be listed. If cost is a concern and you're uninsured or self-paying, also ask whether they have financial assistance; many people qualify but never ask. Once you have that number, you can decide if it makes sense to get a second quote from another Richmond facility.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Bone Density Scan (DEXA)?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Bone Density Scan (DEXA) costs between $358 and $2,456 at 12 facilities near Richmond, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $657.
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Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Richmond. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Hospital, LLC | $358 | $717 | 3/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Mary Washington HospitalMary Washington Healthcare | $358 | $717 | 2/5 | 61.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $898 | $1,497 | 4/5 | 65.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Bon Secours St Francis Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $898 | $1,497 | 3/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Bon Secours St Marys HospitalBon Secours Mercy Health | $898 | $1,497 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Bon Secours Richmond Community HospitalBon Secours Mercy Health | $898 | $1,497 | — | 68.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| CJW Medical Center | $2,456 | $2,456 | 4/5 | 64.0% | For-profit | 0.0 mi |
| Henrico Doctors' HospitalHCA Virginia | $2,456 | $2,456 | 3/5 | 69.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical CenterSentara Health | — | — | 4/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Riverside Walter Reed HospitalRiverside Health System | — | — | 4/5 | 77.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Riverside Doctors' Hospital of WilliamsburgRiverside Health System | — | — | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical CenterHCA Virginia | — | — | 3/5 | 61.0% | For-profit | 0.2 mi |
Common questions
How much does Bone Density Scan (DEXA) cost in Richmond, VA?
Bone Density Scan (DEXA) costs between $358 and $2,456 at 12 facilities near Richmond, Virginia. The median price is $898. The Virginia statewide average is $657.
Which hospital is cheapest for Bone Density Scan (DEXA) near Richmond?
Stafford Hospital, LLC has the lowest published cash price at $358. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 70.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Richmond, the lowest-priced facility (Stafford Hospital, LLC) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center) has a 3-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →