BONE DENSITOMETER (DEXA) PRICING GUIDE

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DEXA • 2026 PRICE GUIDE

Bone Densitometer (DEXA) Pricing Guide

Typical range: $16,000 – $45,000

Refurbished DEXA pricing varies with model, software version, and clinical features. Entry-level units start around $16,000, mid-tier scanners commonly fall between $22,000 and $28,000, and premium platforms with body composition and fracture assessment reach up to $45,000.

Key factors that influence DEXA pricing

Refurbished Supply

Like any secondary market, DEXA pricing fluctuates with inventory; a dealer with active multi-manufacturer stock gives the best visibility.

Operating System

Windows 7 systems are less expensive and fully clinical-grade for standard BMD; Windows 10 carries a premium with easier network integration and longer support.

Software Revision

Later software unlocks features and better reporting; standard BMD-only practices can stay mid-revision and reinvest the savings.

Clinical Features

Body composition, visceral fat (VAT), atypical/vertebral fracture assessment, and pediatric databases drive the biggest price jumps.

Pricing tiers and investment levels

Entry-Level $16,000 – $21,000
  • Windows 7
  • Standard BMD (spine, hip, forearm)
  • Primary care & small clinics
  • Basic osteoporosis screening
  • Budget is the priority
Intermediate $22,000 – $28,000
  • Windows 7
  • Faster scans & better UI
  • Improved image quality
  • Endocrinology & women's health
  • Mid-volume orthopedic
  • Best price-to-capability
Premium $30,000 – $45,000
  • Windows 7 or 10
  • Full body composition (fat/lean mass)
  • Highest resolution imaging
  • Pediatric & athletic apps
  • Advanced clinical software (VAT, etc.)

Beyond the purchase price: total cost of ownership

DEXA installs are simple — no shielding or chiller — and most units site in a standard exam room. Plan for a few supporting costs.

Installation & Training

No shielding to build; applications training runs $1,000–$3,000/day, usually 1–2 days.

Medical Physicist

A physicist inspection is required before patient use; DEXA surveys are less involved than CT or mammography.

Ongoing Service

Annual full-coverage contracts run $5,000–$10,000; annual calibration is essential to BMD accuracy.

Financing

Modest amounts finance easily — typical monthly payments $500–$1,200 on a 5-year term.

Quick reference: DEXA cost summary

Item / Service Typical Cost Range
Entry-Level DEXA (Windows 7, basic BMD) $16,000 – $21,000
Intermediate DEXA (mid-revision software) $22,000 – $28,000
Premium DEXA (body composition) $30,000 – $45,000
Applications Training (per day) $1,000 – $3,000
Annual Service Contract $5,000 – $10,000

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